EPISODE · Jun 19, 2025 · 34 MIN
Igniting the Shift Within: The Firefighter Sleep Crisis with Dr. Sara Jahnke
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Igniting the Shift Within: The Firefighter Sleep Crisis with Dr. Sara Jahnke Listen to the latest episode of Igniting the Shift Within for a wake-up call Host David Dachinger and guest Dr. Sara Jahnke examine the impact of shift work on firefighter health and performance. They cover various shift schedules and tactical napping strategies, navigating sleep at busy firehouses, and finding a consistent recovery routine. Learn how to prioritize sleep amidst the demands of overtime and side jobs, and whether switching shift start times to nighttime might enhance your recovery. Jahnke shares groundbreaking data on staffing, call volume, and how firefighters can advocate for better rest during relentless shifts. They also explore the importance of biomonitoring and screening for sleep disorders like apnea. Listen/Watch the full episode: https://www.facebook.com/firefighternation https://www.youtube.com/@FirefighterNationHQ https://www.firefighternation.com/podcasts/ Igniting the Shift Within: https://www.podpage.com/igniting/ Sara Jahnke Website: www.science2station.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Science-to-the-Station-100091761492685/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/science2station/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/science-to-the-station/ Brought to you by Alliance Laundry Systems. http://alliancelaundry.com/fire
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Igniting the Shift Within: The Firefighter Sleep Crisis with Dr. Sara Jahnke Listen to the latest episode of Igniting the Shift Within for a wake-up call Host David Dachinger and guest Dr. Sara Jahnke examine the impact of shift work on firefighter health and performance. They cover various shift schedules and tactical napping strategies, navigating sleep at busy firehouses, and finding a consistent recovery routine. Learn how to prioritize sleep amidst the demands of overtime and side jobs, and whether switching shift start times to nighttime might enhance your recovery. Jahnke shares groundbreaking data on staffing, call volume, and how firefighters can advocate for better rest during relentless shifts. They also explore the importance of biomonitoring and screening for sleep disorders like apnea. Listen/Watch the full episode:https://www.facebook.com/firefighternationhttps://www.youtube.com/@FirefighterNationHQhttps://www.firefighternation.com/podcasts/ Igniting the Shift Within:https://www.podpage.com/igniting/ Sara JahnkeWebsite:www.science2station.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/p/Science-to-the-Station-100091761492685/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/science2station/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/science-to-the-station/ Brought to you by Alliance Laundry Systems. http://alliancelaundry.com/fire
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