By Russell Myers, D.Min, BCCCritical incident and cumulative stress are an everyday reality for paramedics, EMTs and dispatchers. Concerns about the mental health and potential suicide risk of
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Ride Alongs: Giving Them a Front Row Seat to EMS in Action
You know the old saying, seeing is believing?The same concept applies to “ride alongs,” one of the most effective strategies for educating members of the public, media and
On the Clock, Around the Clock: How First Responders Are Going Beyond the Call of Duty in Their Communities
By Susanna J. SmithRESPONDING TO LIFE-THREATENING emergencies and taking care of people in the community is just part of the job for EMS professionals. But for many in
Different Uniform, Same Dedicated Service
By Susanna J. SmithFew people are more qualified or better prepared for careers in public safety than military veterans. Trained to operate in the most stressful circumstances, they
Stop The Bleed
Don’t be a Bystander! The “Stop the Bleed” campaign is a local initiative to provide lifesaving bleeding control kits for easy public assess and training — both before