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Hundreds of comments reveal broad support for off-duty cannabis use among EMS professionals, while questions about impairment testing, liability and federal rules remain sticking points
FITNESS & HEALTH
While good for protecting your eyesight, be aware that wearing sunglasses as a first responder could be seen as intimidation
Keep your new tattoo safe, clean and vibrant with these nine tips tailored for tough environments
Self-awareness is the uncomfortable mirror that exposes the habits keeping you stuck — and it’s the first step toward reclaiming your direction
Track the daily habits that support operational readiness, performance and long-term health
Firefighters, EMS providers, police and other public safety workers often pursue relatively risky pastimes that can impact their work as well as their families
Chronic inflammation is driven by sleep disruption, poor nutrition, limited exercise and unresolved trauma
A career in public safety or emergency response can take a toll on your loved ones; here’s what you need to know
Try one (or all) of these ideas and make movement a priority — together!
Shift your mindset and identity to achieve and maintain your objectives
From skipped meals to nonstop radios, you can’t control the clock. What you can control is how you recover, reset and protect yourself for a career that lasts.
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GOOD NEWS
Newtown Underwater Search and Rescue volunteers used scuba and snorkeling techniques to recover a sentimental wedding band near Saugatuck Falls
TECH AND BEYOND
Score discounted duty gear, workout tools and everyday essentials July 8-11 with our curated list of budget-friendly buys
Celebrate EMS Week, holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts medics will love
Save up to 40% off on Nest, Coleman, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, Contigo, Ninja, Cuisinart & more
Hit your fitness goals without breaking the bank
Save on top brands in tactical gear, fitness equipment and tech essentials you trust on and off duty
Find your accessory add-ons, from phone stands and holders to waterproof pouches and tracking devices
Smartphone health app users are more active, sleep better and eat healthier according to a new study
Stay connected and keep your kids safe with these top-rated Amazon products
Track your body’s biometrics with these top Amazon picks
Bryan Johnson’s biohacking protocol has gone viral – could this practice benefit your wellbeing?
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FINANCIAL HEALTH
Use this cognitive checklist to identify reversible threats, broaden your differential and avoid tunnel vision when assessing patients with altered mental status
Policies that are inconsistent slow decision-making, create confusion and increase risk
Implementing a medication administration cross check helped St. Charles County Ambulance District reduce dosing errors and win recognition for its Just Culture
Look for tampered packaging, excessive use and false documentation to identify a drug diversion in your EMS agency
The criminalization of medical errors has added a new layer to reducing harm
A new study found 3% of patients account for 16% of all EMS calls; readers’ reactions were divided between exhaustion over repeat 911 callers and defense of the vulnerable people behind the numbers
Oscar Monterrosa on triaging mass shooting victims in Las Vegas and working rural EMS shifts during residency
Some of the biggest threats to agency readiness build quietly surfacing only when they begin to affect performance, retention and critical decisions
When call volume is relentless, these 5-15 minute resets fit inside real workflows — helping EMTs and paramedics lower stress, stay present and carry less from call to call
