First Responder Heart Health
Watch and discover expert nutrition tips tailored for first responders for peak performance, faster recovery and sustained energy on the job
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Eliminating the distressing sights and sounds of the job is impossible, but we can better prepare first responders for dealing with emotional scenes
“EMS is a privilege that has been entrusted to you for safekeeping”
The Public Safety Officer Support Act supports first responders who experienced PTSD or died by suicide following exposure to certain traumatic events
A career in public safety amplifies our natural human tendency to anticipate danger, which can be complicated when it expands beyond work
New opportunities for EMS providers means agencies must be willing to address pay, morale and poor leadership
A focus on injury prevention, psychological first aid and financial solvency has big implications for health, happiness and finances
