How the FD Screening Program Works:
We organize your members by years of service and age. As occupational risk increases, the screening gets more comprehensive — from baseline labs and EKG up through ultrasound, ECHO, stress testing and cancer screening.
For a typical mid-sized department of around 150–175 members, the full program usually falls in the low six-figure range annually, depending on demographics and local needs. Most departments pair this with grant support and wellness budgets.
Services
Our Specialized Services Are Tailored to Meet the Unique Needs of Your Department. These comprehensive medical screenings focusing on cancer and cardiovascular health for firefighters and public servants.
Diagnostic Imaging:
Comprehensive ultrasound screenings that examine essential organs with a focus on specific disease processes. These studies have been customized and tailored towards first responders.
Biometric Blood Panel:
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Chemistry & electrolyte screening
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Comprehensive metabolic panels
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Complete blood count (CBC)
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Lipid and cholesterol profile
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Liver function testing
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PSA (prostate cancer screening)
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Thyroid function (TSH)
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Hemoglobin A1C (diabetes screening)
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Cardiac specific lab analysis
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Urinalysis for renal and metabolic abnormalities
Occupational Medical Exam:
Advanced diagnostics and assessments of cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, musculoskeletal and pulmonary systems catered to Firefighters and their unique needs and risk factors.
How the Test Works​
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A single blood draw
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Lab processes circulating cell-free DNA (cfDNA)
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Identifies if a cancer signal is present
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If positive, the test predicts the most likely cancer signal origin, guiding next steps
Galleri® Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) Test
A powerful optional add-on to your FD Screening program
Overview​
The Galleri® test is an innovative, clinically validated blood test that screens for a shared cancer signal associated with dozens of cancer types, many of which are not typically screened for through standard guidelines. This makes it especially valuable for firefighters, who face significantly higher rates of occupational cancers.
FD Screening + Galleri Integration
Departments can choose to offer the Galleri test as an add-on during annual or interval screenings:
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Performed alongside routine blood work
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No disruption to workflow
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Results delivered securely to the member
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Support provided for follow-up diagnostic planning if needed
Benefits for Municipalities
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Detect high-risk cancers before they generate catastrophic medical leave costs
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Reduce long-term disability claims
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Lower the probability of late-stage diagnoses
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Enhanced wellness offering that strengthens union–management collaboration
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Supports grant eligibility (AFG wellness/prevention components)
The Galleri® test does not detect all cancers and should be used in addition to routine cancer screening tests recommended by a healthcare provider.