Illinois Firefighters Cancer Risk Study (IFCRS)
Summary
Cancer is the leading cause of death in the fire service. The Illinois Fire Service Institute is answering the call to protect firefighters against this threat.
Our Research Team has launched the Illinois Firefighters Cancer Risk Study (IFCRS) to identify occupational exposures that might lead to cancer risk factors.
Together, we can use research as a weapon to fight the firefighter cancer epidemic.
IMPORTANT TO KNOW:
Participation is voluntary and can be withdrawn at any time.
Privacy is our priority. Participant information is secure and will not be shared.
There are many reasons to support the IFCRS, including making a difference for the next generation of firefighters. The IFSI Research Team is fully committed to this shared battle but we cannot do it alone. Participants are needed to provide blood and urine samples as we embark on this momentous study.
LET’S FIGHT THIS CANCER BATTLE TOGETHER!
Firefighters are needed to support the IFCRS. If you are interested in becoming part of the study, following these simple steps:
- Visit: https://go.fsi.illinois.edu/IFCRSenrollment
- Read, complete, and sign the consent form.
- Set up a participant ID. Be sure to make note of your new ID as you will need it for sample collection.
- Complete the baseline questionnaire.
- Download the exposure logging app. Add to your home screen for easy access.
- Show up to the IFSI Research Lab or Mobile Laboratory to begin your sample collection.
It is important that participants complete the first five steps prior to visiting the lab.
