Rachel Engel

Rendering Aid

Rachel Engel is an award-winning journalist and the senior editor of FireRescue1.com and EMS1.com. In addition to her regular editing duties, Engel seeks to tell the heroic, human stories of first responders and the importance of their work. She earned her bachelor’s degree in communications from Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma, and began her career as a freelance writer, focusing on government and military issues. Engel joined Lexipol in 2015 and has since reported on issues related to public safety. Engel lives in Wichita, Kansas. She can be reached via email.

LATEST ARTICLES

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Pediatric Care

5 things paramedics wish all parents and caregivers had in their homes

Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent, a grandparent or a beloved babysitter, these items will give you peace of mind

October 02, 2024 05:39 PM

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Off Duty

Sick kid survival kit: From congestion and pain relief to boredom busters

It’s officially cold and flu season; are you stocked up on the essentials?

October 01, 2024 02:38 PM

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Mass Casualty Incidents

Under fire in Iraq, then Las Vegas

Oscar Monterossa served in the U.S. Army for four years as a combat medic, but it was the Route 91 Harvest music festival shooting where the paramedic felt most vulnerable

September 29, 2024 05:06 PM

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National First Responders Day

3 ways to promote National First Responders Day in your community

Ahead of Oct. 28, share your organization’s impact with local media outlets and reach out to local companies for support

September 25, 2024 05:31 PM

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What Paramedics Want

‘Happy medics are great medics’: 8 ways to invest in providers’ career goals

Supporting the professional development goals of your practitioners will set them up for a rewarding EMS career

September 17, 2024 03:53 PM

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Off Duty

What’s that smell? 8 scent-control solutions to cover your tracks

Whether you’re stalking game or sitting in a tree stand, these options can be the difference between a successful hunt and going home empty-handed

September 12, 2024 12:10 PM

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Paramedic Survival

Are you mentally prepared to respond to an active shooter situation?

When it comes to threats on scene, train your internal response to work for you, not against

September 04, 2024 06:05 PM

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Community Awareness

7 ways to show appreciation for your local first responders

Show your gratitude to those who serve on the front lines of your community

September 04, 2024 02:38 PM

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Infection Control

What to know about mpox patient care and provider safety

Healthcare providers should be aware of mpox symptoms and how to properly treat patients

August 20, 2024 03:16 PM

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Off Duty

Safety first: Peace-of-mind solutions for parents whose kids walk to school

It may not be uphill both ways, but kids walking to school is not without risk; these options can put parents at ease

August 07, 2024 01:34 PM

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