First Responder Heart Health
Insufficient sleep impacts decision-making, wellness and risk-taking, putting providers and patients at risk
Watch and discover expert nutrition tips tailored for first responders for peak performance, faster recovery and sustained energy on the job
HEALTH & WELLNESS
The decisions we make between calls might be just as critical, in the long run, as the treatment decisions we make during calls
Paramedic chiefs and EMS leaders need to set shift length based on call demand, available personnel, equipment supply and time on task
Guests Ed Racht and Rhonda Kelly talk wellness in this episode of Inside EMS
Supporting the professional development goals of your practitioners will set them up for a rewarding EMS career
Lift more weight while reducing back pain: A guide on using weightlifting belts for first responders
Weightlifting belts that are properly fitted to the lifter can add extra support for the lower back and improve lifting performance
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