Firefighter Cancer Surveillance and Prevention
Summary
The council directed staff to prepare a formal policy providing regular, optional cancer screenings for city firefighters to protect their health and safety.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Modest operational cost to be incorporated into city safety and health programs.
Scottsdale firefighters and public safety personnel.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council Regular Meeting and Work Study Session - Oct 6, 2026
Fire Chief Tom Shannon presented data on firefighter cancer risks, citing 32 claims since 2013, and recommended continued screenings and exposure reduction.
City Council Regular and (Special) - Jun 9, 2026
The council directed staff to prepare a formal policy providing regular, optional cancer screenings for city firefighters to protect their health and safety.
What first responders carry home after the call ends - Scottsdale Independent
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