Cancer compensation for firefighters: a state of emergency

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An overseas report about the risks of cancer amongst firefighters has got the attention of federal members of parliament. The statistics are staggering- firefighters are twice as likely to develop cancer than the general population. But despite these shocking figures, it’s almost impossible for firefighters to claim workplace compensation for cancer – something a new bill is hoping to change.

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