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Addressing Burnout in First Responders: Strategies for Wellness and Resilience

First Responders Foundation

First responders—firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians—face intense stressors that are inherent to their jobs. Addressing burnout is crucial not only for the well-being of first responders but also for maintaining the quality of public safety services.

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2024 Ancient Order of St. Florian and St. Michael Inductees: Robert and Kirstiana Dittman

First Responders Foundation

Chief Dittman has also expanded his public safety role as a first responder by achieving certification as a Wild-Land Firefighter and Certified Emergency Care Attendant. He is nationally registered as an Emergency Medical Responder with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

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On the Scene: Prehospital Care for Electrical Burns for EMTs

EMT Training Station

In the world of emergency medical services, encountering victims of electrical burns presents a unique set of challenges. As a veteran emergency medical technician (EMT), I’ve seen firsthand the critical importance of prompt and effective prehospital care in these situations.

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9 Most Common EMT Emergencies During the Winter

Unitek EMT

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) play a critical role in the prehospital care of individuals facing medical emergencies. EMTs are often the first responders on the scene, providing initial medical assessment, treatment, and transportation to those in need.

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15 Things Every EMT Should Carry

Unitek EMT

The importance of a well-stocked and organized medical kit. Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) are critical first responders in the field of emergency healthcare. EMTs are often the first point of […] The post 15 Things Every EMT Should Carry appeared first on Unitek EMT.

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2024 Honorable Order of St. Florian and St. Michael Inductees: Robert and Kirstiana Dittman

First Responders Foundation

Chief Dittman has also expanded his public safety role as a first responder by achieving certification as a Wild-Land Firefighter and Certified Emergency Care Attendant. He is nationally registered as an Emergency Medical Responder with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

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Opinion: There’s Nothing “Basic” About an EMT

NCOAE

It’s been more than a decade since the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) stopped using the certification designations EMT-B and EMT-Basic. It was accompanied by an expanded set of knowledge and skill expectations for emergency medical technicians (EMTs).

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