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Alcohol Use and Trauma in First Responders 

First Responder Wellness

By Stephen Odom, PhD, Founder and Chief Clinical Officer, FR Health Family of Companies As we recognize Alcohol Awareness Month this April, its an important time to shine a light on the complex relationship between alcohol use and trauma in first responders. Empathy and understanding are crucial when discussing this topic.

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How Service Dogs are Trained to Assist First Responders and Veterans

First Responders Foundation

Service dogs play an invaluable role in supporting Veterans and first responders, offering assistance that ranges from anxiety relief and refocusing in public settings to specialized tasks that help manage daily challenges, such as diabetic or cardiac alerting.

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Lexipol and First Responder Wellness Partnership Announcement

First Responder Wellness

Enhancing Mental Health Support for Public Safety and First Responders Lexipol , the leader in solutions that enhance performance excellence in public safety, is proud to announce a new partnership with First Responder Wellness (FRW). ”

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National Emergency Response Information System Launched to Modernize Incident Data Collection for American Fire Departments

NVFC

The National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) launched on November 4 to modernize incident data collection and provide vital intelligence for local fire departments across the United States. It will also serve as the platform to monitor and measure actions taken by local communities in mitigating and reducing risks.

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September 11: Honoring first responders across the nation

FirstNet Authority

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Inspiring the Next Generation of First Responders

First Responders Foundation

The safety and well-being of our communities rely heavily on the dedication and courage of first responders—firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and paramedics—who are on the front lines during emergencies. Inspiring the Next Generation of First Responders Early Education and Engagement Inspiration often begins at a young age.

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Building a Unified Support Network for Veterans and First Responders

First Responders Foundation

Veterans and first responders are the unsung heroes of our communities. Many Veterans and first responders face unique challenges, including trauma, injury, and the stress of transitioning back into civilian life. Ultimately, building a unified support network for Veterans and first responders is a collaborative effort.