From exercise to calming apps, to free community resources, to how to develop a mental health resilience plan for your community, this campaign aims to support first responders giving their all in these stressful careers. Keep Reading
Remember that what is happening now does not minimize or negate the experiences of all who served overseas. Countless service members answered the call of duty and did what was asked of them. Keep Reading
VA Mental Health officials said there has been an uptick in Veterans seeking help, which could increase more as they come to terms with their service and as the Afghanistan withdrawal comes to completion. Keep Reading
Health care providers face many challenges and stresses due to high patient volumes, long work hours and workplace demands. These challenges were amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic, and have had a disproportionate impact on communities of color and in rural communities. Keep Reading
Emergency responders face a variety of physical and behavioral health challenges every day. Taking care of your body and mind is crucial in ensuring you're ready to respond to the next emergency. Keep Reading
Officers’ wellness becomes significantly compromised because of the ongoing exposure to on- and off-duty deaths. Keep Reading
Exposure to extreme heat situations usually occurs in limited, short doses for most firefighters but the effects of high heat on personnel are cumulative. Keep Reading
Executives face both enduring and emergent security challenges that require a new approach. Keep Reading
The training sessions are intended for individuals who are already certified first responders and can be organized through one’s local jurisdiction. Keep Reading
These videos detail a research study to investigate the independent and combined effects of moderate heat stress and dehydration on measures of cardiac and vascular function on firefighters. Keep Reading
Firefighting involves strenuous work that is performed in a hostile and toxic environment and it produces enormous physiological strain, particularly on the cardiovascular system.than any other identifiable cause. Keep Reading
A good place for firefighters to start is by following programs such as the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF)/International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) Fire Service Joint Labor Management Wellness-Fitness Initiative (WFI). Keep Reading
As you all step out to grab equipment, you suddenly hear gunshots and realize that you are being shot at in an ambush. All the responders scramble to find cover. Keep Reading
Most people understand that firefighters, police officers and other first responders face danger as a part of their daily jobs, but few would expect drivers going about their normal business to be one of the biggest sources of that danger. Keep Reading
“According to the Mayo Clinic, doing 30 minutes or more of exercise a day for three to five days a week may significantly improve depression or anxiety symptoms..." Keep Reading
Public safety personnel are often exposed to horrific scenes in the line of duty. Unfortunately, there is little-to-no training offered to adequately prepare public safety professionals to process trauma. Keep Reading
First responders frequently suffer a traumatic injury. Whether from a single event or the cumulative impact of several events over time, most first responders don’t realize or recognize the impact. Keep Reading
After the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters from climate change and mass shootings, the focus on PTSD during June is more important than ever. Keep Reading
The pandemic and natural disasters have added to the already high-stress work environment of first responders, but participating in wellness activities on a regular basis can help reduce the effects of PTSD. Keep Reading
These top apps will help strengthen your mental health and practice healthy coping skills. Keep Reading