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FITNESS & HEALTH
We can make our own lives more meaningful by caring for our bodies and spirits, and by finding the courage to say “yes” to the life we want
We all need someone to rely on during the difficult — as well as not-so-difficult — times
Firearms instructor Todd Fletcher went from a competitive power lifter to a retiree managing pre-diabetes and high blood pressure, showing the impact of shift work on wellness
From smartwatches to hydration, here are four mission-ready picks to help you build strength, regulate stress and stay fit for the job — and for life
We also know walking provides tremendous benefits for physical health, but does our step count really matter?
Score discounted duty gear, workout tools and everyday essentials July 8-11 with our curated list of budget-friendly buys
A Forbes Top Futurist with skin in the game calls for EMS to re-examine how it recruits, relates and retains its people in an era of relentless change
Even if you can’t travel out of town for a vacation, you can still make the most of your time off; here are some tips to help responders enjoy a staycation right at home
By following actionable steps before, during and after a vacation, first responders can embrace the therapeutic power of detachment and fortify their resilience
Celebrate EMS Week, holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts medics will love
ENTERTAINMENT
The film, starring Rainn Wilson and Lil Rel Howery, throws viewers into a wild 24-hour paramedic shift marked by trauma, laughter and truth
Complete a quick mental workout before your next EMS call
Emergency crews responded to a cardiac arrest at Hulk Hogan’s Clearwater home Thursday morning, where he was later pronounced dead at a local hospital
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
Check out these EMS tattoos and share your EMS body art
The series offers a window into the experiences of first responders through the use of real stories from real law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMTs
FINANCIAL HEALTH
With the right investment and buy-in, mentorship programs can facilitate skill development, career advancement and improve provider retention
Don’t underestimate the value of your experience; share it with others, especially with those who are just starting out
Your cheat sheet for spotting kidney dysfunction before it’s too late
EMS veteran Mark Postma joins Rob Lawrence to unpack the latest vehicle standards and share why ambulance security can’t be an afterthought
From overworked volunteers to red tape-heavy agencies, public safety leaders face distinct hurdles in adopting AI
Discover key findings from Florida’s largest EMS survey, highlighting job satisfaction issues, retention risks, and the urgent need for system-wide support and leadership reform
As you develop healthy habits that provide you with time to decompress, you will have more energy at work and at home
From burnout to broken trust, the warning signs are everywhere
Medics weigh in on how skilled nursing facility policies and staffing gaps overburden EMS and the ED
Prisma Health’s community paramedics are leading with compassion and evidence, tackling addiction, rural care gaps and chronic conditions in real time