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Recent Announcements and New Resources on EMS.gov

American Ambulance Association

From EMS.gov on January 24, 2024 Recent Announcements TODAY: Rural Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Training Grant Pre-Application Webinar The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is hosting a webinar […] The post Recent Announcements and New Resources on EMS.gov appeared first on American Ambulance Association.

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Building a Unified Support Network for Veterans and First Responders

First Responders Foundation

Whether it’s access to mental health services, peer support, or simply knowing someone is there to listen, this network helps ease the burdens of life after service. Many Veterans and first responders struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and physical injuries.

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Four signs a first responder may be suffering from post traumatic stress

First Responder Wellness

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).

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Employ a Trauma-Informed Approach to Care

ACEP Now

The police officer is waiting for the sexual assault evidence kit. What is the trauma-informed approach to care for this patient? 1 A significant number of patients present to the ED with concerns related to traumatic experiences.

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The Silent Crisis: The impact of paediatric hospital social admissions

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Children with mental health needs Many young people present to EDs for urgent assessment because of difficulty accessing specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and a lack of appropriate psychiatric placements for children adds pressure to acute hospitals. Available at: [link] 201991.pdf

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How Your Donations Make a Difference in Supporting First Responders

First Responders Foundation

Donations can fund health and wellness programs that support first responders in managing the stress and trauma that can come from their jobs. Supporting the overall well-being of first responders is crucial for their long-term health and effectiveness.

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PEM Currents – Agitation in Children – Episode 5: The Boarded ED Patient

EMDocs

Until those changes happen, many solutions must come from the local level and require engagement from a variety of community stakeholders including hospitals, EDs, crisis centers, group homes, and government officials.

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