NVFC

MAY 21, 2024

930, the Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act , would expand access to Public Safety Officers’ Benefits (PSOB) for the families of first responders, including firefighters, who pass away from cancer caused by carcinogenic exposure during their service.

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NVFC

JULY 30, 2024

Dehydration can not only decrease performance, but it can also lead to health complications such as dizziness, heat stroke, and even heart attack. The NVFC serves as the voice of the volunteer in the national arena and provides critical resources, programs, education, and advocacy for first responders across the nation.

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EMT Training Station

JUNE 18, 2023

Second, EMTs are frequently the first healthcare providers to engage with a patient in the “golden hour,” the period immediately following an emergency in which interventions can have the greatest possible effect on the patient’s outcome. This is especially true for those who suffer from cardiovascular disease.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

In many cases, the prompt response and initial treatment provided by EMS personnel can significantly affect patient outcomes, especially in life-threatening situations like heart attacks, strokes, and severe injuries. It is a coordinated system that manages and provides emergency medical care and transportation.

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First Responder Wellness

APRIL 12, 2023

First responders are a population that exposes themselves to potentially life-threatening situations to save others. These include heart attack, stroke, obesity, diabetes, and cancer. First responders experience potentially traumatic events at a higher rate than the general population.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

For example, sudden pain might suggest an acute condition like a heart attack , while gradual pain might be more indicative of a chronic issue. I am passionate about teaching future first responders, and I created this site specifically to assist anyone interested in pursuing a career in EMS.

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BoostPrep

APRIL 26, 2022

Question A patient having a panic attack can manifest signs and symptoms of a heart attack. Which of the following is not a sign or symptom associated with a panic attack? Question One of the more stressful calls for first responders is a mass-casualty incident (MCI). Briefly slow down.

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