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• Study: Sleep deprivation can have ‘dire consequences’ for everyone

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  When sleep-deprived, “Individuals working critical jobs may put themselves and [others] at risk,” one researcher said

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  Responder opens up during National Suicide Prevention Week

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  Firefighter-paramedic Brent Jones said he decided to get help after five of his colleagues died by suicide in the past five years

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  Firefighter-EMT returns to work after lung transplant

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  Mike Bramhall is back on the job and studying to get his paramedic license after his lung collapsed from cystic fibrosis two years ago

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  No more hiding: I am a caregiver with depression

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  Acknowledging my depression to family, friends and colleagues and getting help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of resilience and strength

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  Hypoglycemic events: Can you leave them be?

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  A review of hypoglycemia treat and release protocol recommendations

• SF Fire Commission looks to expand peer support for responders

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  Fire Chief Joanne Hayes-White hopes to spend the next few months researching how to train more peer counselors and create a support network to help responders

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  How to recover mentally and emotionally after an act of mass violence

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  For emergency responders, trauma from an act of mass violence can create a cyclical pattern of negative thinking

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  HHS encourages EMS data integration to combat opioid crisis

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  The CMS reminded state Medicaid directors that existing funding sources can be used to better integrate information systems

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  EMS and grief: Understanding your emotions

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  For EMTs, grief is often a surprising reaction to every day interactions with patients and their loved ones

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  EMS providers must practice self-care to achieve post-traumatic growth

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  In the wake of tragedies, first responders must be willing to listen to their emotions and practice self-care whenever possible

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  The keys to safety on the job after a back injury

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  It can be hard to come back to work after an injury, but taking the time to position your body correctly can prevent injury reoccurrence

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  Universal precautions are not just to protect us

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  Do your part to limit the spread of infectious disease and hospital-acquired infections by improving your hand hygiene practices

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  Responding to a mass casualty incident is unimaginable

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  First responders are trained to respond to emergencies, but many are unprepared for the unbelievable trauma that accompanies a mass casualty incident

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  Dear new EMT or paramedic: It's OK to ask for help

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  In EMS, most providers learn their most important lessons by doing; here are three lessons learned that you should never forget – no matter how long you've been in EMS

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  Rapid Response: Santa Fe shooting a reminder of additional threats on scene

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  Officials have reported explosive devices have been found on and near the scene

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