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A career in public safety or emergency response can take a toll on your loved ones; here’s what you need to know
FITNESS & HEALTH
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.
Falling short of a big goal can still lead to life-changing success
The work of year-long self-improvement comes down to small and regular decisions made day after day, moment by moment
What DSM-5 recognition of moral injury means for EMS
Lose yourself in these songs as you work out for your physical and mental health
The short answer: Yes. And Dr. Jaime Brower offers the tools to make it happen.
Christmas spirit is all around us, in the cops, EMTs, firefighters and nurses who bring hope just by showing up
Books
A paramedic’s role is to help people and do the best they can for each patient
The unpredictability of the job can make celebrating the holidays a logistical nightmare; here are some unique ways to stay connected
Discover how EMTs and paramedics can improve sleep and fight fatigue with simple changes like air filters, blackout curtains and humidity control
ENTERTAINMENT
With the 2026 Winter Olympic Games underway, check out these first responders who served both locally and on the international stage
Ice scraper curling, driveway bobsledding or apparatus skating? What’s your EMS event?
You are the first arriving unit to a potentially chaotic scene; does your scene size-up for other units measure up?
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?
WHAT TO BUY
It is our responsibility to supply our bodies with the exercise and care they need to serve us efficiently
Find the perfect pair of tactical glasses with our expert recommendations, focusing on safety, optical clarity and advanced protection
Share your public safety pride with an ornament on your Christmas tree
FINANCIAL HEALTH
A traumatic crash and weather-grounded helicopter pushed Mineral County EMS to rethink how blood reaches patients
With 76% of EMS professionals facing burnout, agencies must prioritize recovery, resilience and leadership modeling to protect provider health and patient safety
Resiliency training and a CISM program laid a foundation for the Richmond Ambulance Authority to support its providers’ mental health
Learn how peer support programs, EAPs and chaplaincy can help your providers weather emotional storms and mental health crises
Building mental and physical resilience isn’t just important — it’s essential for EMS professionals. If your program isn’t gaining traction, these 5 roadblocks could be to blame.
“Fatigue isn’t just about feeling tired. It’s a physiological and cognitive state that directly impacts decision-making, reaction times and the ability to perform under pressure.”
There’s no denying that EMS takes a toll on provider health; this 30-day challenge can help you get your life back
Forget protein bars — the best “exercise snack” happens in the patrol car, between calls or while restocking the rig
Identify and aid team members facing depression, burnout or compassion fatigue to foster an emotionally safe organizational environment
A 2,500-year-old strategy book might explain why your crews are frustrated and your culture feels chaotic
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