FITNESS & 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
Bloodwork, CPAP therapy, supplements and nighttime routines can address hidden health issues that sabotage rest — and help medics sleep soundly again
With a few mindful swaps, you can enjoy the flavors of the season without the guilt – or the post-feast food coma
It’s not just about strength or stamina; it’s about grit, mental toughness, and using your body in new ways
Being a public safety professional can be very rewarding ... but it can also be very stressful
Researchers have identified four common sleep disturbances experienced by public safety personnel
ENTERTAINMENT
GOOD NEWS
Driving home from Thanksgiving dinner, Paramedic Richard Recinos spotted flames on West Oakwood Avenue and rushed to the scene
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
FINANCIAL HEALTH
In EMS there isn’t anything more frustrating than a screaming, punching or spitting person with acute alcohol intoxication
Keep the following tips in mind when you encounter a patient who has had too much to drink
Reading these EMS1 articles, like watching Rudolph and singing Jingle Bells, is a holiday tradition for EMTs and paramedics everywhere
From terminations to owning your mistakes — real talk for leaders who want to do better
It starts with sharpening decision-making skills
From suspended Medicare funding to unchecked artificial intelligence, unpacking the issues threatening the system
Professionally trained chaplains are building sustainable systems — and freely sharing tools and education with volunteer peers across the country
Be aware patients with special needs may have comorbidities, and their conditions fall on a spectrum
“For person after person, it was the firefighters over and over again trying to be helpful in some way,” Second Assistant Chief Rob Sibley recalls of members’ support for the community
Put away your Bee Gees record and try these holiday classics to keep the CPR pace this season
