Firefighter shares longevity tips, as first responders face 10-year shorter lifespan

America’s first responders put their lives on the line to protect their communities — and it shaves approximately 10 years off their life expectancy.

Despite the inevitable risk, practicing healthy lifestyle habits can help to protect longevity, experts say.

Mike Morlan, firefighter and district vice president at CAL FIRE 2881, spoke to Fox News Digital about prioritizing health in the line of duty.

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