From the WTF Watch Desk: Graduates of the IAFF Center of Excellence returned to the Maryland treatment center to cook for and encourage members receiving care for PTSD, substance use and other behavioral-health conditions. Several described peer support and treatment as life-saving.
Why this deserves the fire service’s attention
Recovery does not end at discharge. Confidential treatment, alumni contact and credible peers can turn a difficult first step into a durable support system for firefighters who are still deciding whether to ask for help.
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What Was Missed?
This report reflects information available on October 26, 2026. Developing items will be updated when official information changes.