First Responders Foundation

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

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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First Responders Foundation

JANUARY 29, 2024

First responders are our everyday heroes, facing challenging situations to keep our communities safe. Beyond the essential emergency services they provide, many first responders are deeply involved in community-building activities like Jiu-Jitsu, anti-bullying, and women’s self-defense classes.

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First Responder Wellness

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

by: Nancy Ryba Panza, PhD, ABPP At First Responder Wellness we specialize in the treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). While prevalence rates are notoriously hard to pin down, it is generally accepted that the rates of PTSD in first responder groups are higher than in the general population.

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First Responders Foundation

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The demanding nature of first responder work often leads to mental health challenges that can go unnoticed or untreated. From exposure to traumatic events to working long hours under extreme stress, first responders are at high risk for mental health issues such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, and burnout.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

JANUARY 13, 2024

On your arrival, first responders from the fire department are performing high-quality basic cardiac life support. Your EMS agency has equipped you with small-volume adult bag-valve masks (BVMs), the first responders have been utilizing a standard adult BVM thus far during the resuscitation.

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FirstNet Authority

MARCH 12, 2024

Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn for the latest FirstNet Authority updates. For information on FirstNet products and services or to access your subscriber account, visit FirstNet.com. [link]

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American Burn Association

JANUARY 10, 2025

. “Through ongoing collaboration with our members, leadership, and partners, the ABA remains ready to respond, no matter the scale of the event.” ” Accessing Burn Care and Disaster Preparedness Resources The ABA offers a variety of resources on its website to support healthcare providers, first responders, and the public.

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First Responders Foundation

JULY 1, 2024

Among these are the fallen first responders—police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics—who have paid the ultimate price in their duty to serve. Honoring the Sacrifices of Fallen First Responders First responders face dangers daily that most can avoid.

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First Responder Wellness

JULY 11, 2022

While burnout can happen in any profession, first responders are especially susceptible due to the intensely stressful nature of their jobs. Find Balance As a first responder, it can be easy to fall into a cycle of overachieving because many first responders are naturally motivated and goal-oriented people.

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First Responder Firefighter Paramedic OR 52

EMS 12-Lead

MAY 15, 2024

In this call, paramedics arrived on scene to find a patient apneic and pulseless with CPR in progress by first responders (AED had an unknown unshockable rhythm). Details are edited and redacted to preserve patient anonymity. Per protocol, respirators, eye protection, and gowns were donned prior to contact.

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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

DECEMBER 31, 2020

Patients may have waited anxiously for hours, so they’re highly observant for our first responses in words, facial expression and body language. Working as a paramedic, medic, EMT, prehospital care provider or any other type of first responder differs vastly from any other role in those first seconds or minutes of arrival.

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NVFC

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The post The Resilient First Responder appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council. Resilience is not about numbing away or ignoring our stress reactions. Rather it is a concerted effort to know ourselves better so we can meet life’s stressors with intentional action instead of dysregulated reaction.

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FOAMfrat

DECEMBER 26, 2024

These methods can provide severe risk to responders even after the victim has succumbed to his or her inflicted injuries. Of these, eight first responders and four employees of the coroners office were involved. TRIGGER WARNING: TOPICS OF SUICIDE MAY BE HARD FOR SOME PEOPLE TO READ ABOUT.

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Epinephrine First Responder OR Emergency Manager 116

SSCOR

DECEMBER 12, 2024

So first responders must balance competing information and studies to make informed decisions in each individual case. It is also a way to measure brain death. Medical experts, however, now caution against using the gag reflex as a primary determinant of whether to intubate or as a measure of airway health.

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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

JULY 1, 2020

It may be holiday season for many, but in the world of a first responder, through busy, crazy, intense shifts our minds will try not to wander, to our families, those we care for most, but whom we’ll likely see the least, whilst we tend to patient emergencies, due to trauma, illness, famine and feast.

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ESO

DECEMBER 26, 2024

New innovative features such as speech-to-text, scanning technology, and smarter multitasking will make data entry a breeze, so first responders can get back to delivering their best care possible. iOS for EHR Coming soon, the new native ESO EHR iOS app is designed to make documenting patient data even easier and more efficient.

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US Patriot

APRIL 30, 2021

Every second counts for our first responders. That’s why MOLLE accessories are a must for those who need instant access to life-saving EMS gear. MOLLE accessories work interchangeably with your MOLLE bag or vest. Just slide the strap through the webbing, snap into place, and you’ll have a secure pouch for your most important items.

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NVFC

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Even if you cant make it to Washington for the CFSI Symposium, use these one-pagers for any meeting you have with your Representatives District Office staff or email them to any points of contact you may have with your Representatives or Senators staff.

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First Responder Wellness

MARCH 27, 2023

A first responder’s work can be rewarding, but over time, it can also take its toll on an individual and lead to emotional exhaustion. These two can overlap as they are both characterized by the emotionally exhausting nature of the work of first responders.

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First Responders Foundation

JULY 31, 2024

In communities across the nation, first responders are on the front lines, ensuring our safety and responding to emergencies with speed and expertise. First responders require a wide array of tools and technology to perform their jobs efficiently.

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First Responders Foundation

AUGUST 30, 2024

The First Responders Foundation is proud to honor Denise M. McCauley, President & CEO of WoodmenLife, along with the entire WoodmenLife organization, for their unwavering commitment to patriotism and their steadfast support of first responders across the nation. Since 1946, the organization has presented over 3.5

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First Responder Wellness

MARCH 30, 2022

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), over 30 percent of first responders suffer from a mental health condition, including post-traumatic stress (PTS). PTS is a response to experiencing a shocking tragedy or a terrifying event accompanied by a physical or emotional reaction.

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First Responder Wellness

MARCH 30, 2022

Assisting a loved one, who also happens to be a first responder, to recover from substance abuse can result in many unexpected responses. The role that friends and family take on when a loved one struggles with addiction almost resembles the job responsibility of a first responder. Still, this first step is crucial.

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NVFC

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The holidays can be stressful for first responders and their families, but the NVFC has resources to help. The webinar Holidays and First Responders: How to Deal with Increased Stress reviews positive coping skills, how to include families in these strategies, and resources available for first responders.

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NVFC

APRIL 9, 2024

If you need assistance, the NVFC First Responder Helpline is here for you! The post The NVFC First Responder Helpline is There When You Need It appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council. Watch this message from Jason Patton of Fire Department Chronicles and Fire Department Coffee to learn more.

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First Responder Wellness

DECEMBER 20, 2024

First Responders often attend emergencies on the most treacherous roads, drunk driving, or fighting fires caused by fires or heaters as the temperatures drop. When conditions are challenging, First Responders inherently put themselves in tumultuous situations to help others. We are here to help.

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First Responders Foundation

JANUARY 8, 2024

Did you know that first responders face significantly higher risks for mental health issues compared to the general population? The brave individuals who serve as firefighters, police officers, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and paramedics are often the first to encounter challenging and traumatic situations.

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FirstNet Authority

JANUARY 11, 2024

Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn for the latest FirstNet Authority updates. For information on FirstNet products and services or to access your subscriber account, visit FirstNet.com.

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First Responders Foundation

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The First Responders Foundation is honored to be inducting Paul Davis Restoration of Omaha into the Ancient Order of the National Society of St. They are household and commercial business disaster “first responders” who work closely with local law enforcement and fire departments to provide cleanup and restoration services.

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First Responders Foundation

MARCH 22, 2024

First responders are the unsung heroes of our communities, facing life-threatening situations with courage and determination. This blog post explores practical coping strategies for managing trauma, aiming to support first responders in their journey toward recovery and resilience. Coping Strategies for Trauma 1.

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First Responders Childrens' Foundation

AUGUST 8, 2024

08, 2024 — First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF), a national 501(c)3 organization dedicated to serving the children of U.S. 08, 2024 — First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF), a national 501(c)3 organization dedicated to serving the children of U.S. million, paving the way for brighter futures.

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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Most paramedics, police officers, firefighters, first responders, community midwives, district nurses, health visitors, mobile GPs, vets, social workers and other health or public service providers like dogs. No matter how much we love dogs, entering their territory to touch their loved ones is always going to be risky. Or break them.

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First Responders Foundation

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The First Responders Foundation is honored to be inducting Maker’s Mark & Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits into the Ancient Order of the National Society of St. Rob’s mission is to ensure every drop of Maker’s Mark is made the same way as the first drop while meeting the world’s ever-increasing demand.

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ESO

JANUARY 30, 2025

Long, physically demanding hours coupled with life-and-death decision-making can lead to more than just burnout for first responders. Critical incident reporting metrics are designed to measure the events that have the most potential to be psychologically traumatizing for first responders and are closest linked to PTSD and suicide.

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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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High Performance EMS

JUNE 20, 2024

Sadly, this is not an adventure story of heroic first responder actions on the scene of an emergency incident but rather about how current EMS operations are failing us and their missions. Across the country, a quarter of positions in the dispatch center , the folks we rely on to keep resources coordinated, are going unfilled.

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The EMS Educator

JANUARY 3, 2025

Together, they unpack the challenges of emotional resilience, the importance of proactive mental health care, and the cultural shifts shaping the future of first responder support.

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