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Elevating First Responder Mental Health Research and Its Effect on Communities
First responders are the first people on scene to offer help during an emergency. Researchers with the CU Center for COMBAT Research say it’s increasingly important to learn more about...Read More
- March 27, 2025
- 5 min read
Two Harris County deputies die by suicide, highlighting need for mental health support among first responders
Two Harris County deputies recently died by suicide, underscoring the critical need for mental health support among first responders. Dr. Ron Acierno of UTHealth Houston emphasizes the importance of addressing...Read More
- March 19, 2025
- 4 min read
Elevating First Responder Mental Health Research and Its Effect on Communities
Discover how groundbreaking first responder mental health research at CU Anschutz is boosting community well-being and transforming emergency care.Read More
- February 25, 2025
- 4 min read
Igniting the Shift Within: The Mental Health Journey for First Responders
Discover the mental health journey of first responders in "Igniting the Shift Within." Listen to inspiring stories and expert insights that empower firefighters and emergency professionals to embrace wellness and...Read More
- February 24, 2025
- 32 min podcast
With mental health-related calls on the rise, how are first responders handling their own health?
As mental health-related emergency calls surge, first responders face increasing challenges to their own well-being. The piece sheds light on the mental health struggles within law enforcement, underscoring the need...Read More
- February 20, 2025
- 3 min read
Homefront supports significant others of first responders: ‘Building that community’
Discover how Homefront, a peer support group in York County, Maine, is providing essential emotional and community support for the significant others of first responders. Learn how this initiative helps...Read More
- February 19, 2025
- 3 min read
Normal For Us: Addressing the Mental Health Needs of EMS Professionals
Explore the mental health challenges faced by EMS professionals and the importance of normalizing support. This article discusses the impact of traumatic experiences on first responders and emphasizes the need...Read More
- February 16, 2025
- 4 min read
Street smarts vs. book smarts: Finding the right mix in policing
Experience builds instincts, education sharpens strategy — both shape great cops. How can agencies balance real-world grit with academic insight to recruit and train the best officers?Read More
- February 13, 2025
- 6 min read
Health Headlines: First responder mental health awareness
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and we want to focus on the mental health crisis happening throughout the country for our first responders.Read More
- September 25, 2024
Fire Service Health and Culture Change: Why Not?
What’s stopping us from truly changing the fire service culture when it comes to cancer risk mitigation?Read More
- July 1, 2024
- 2 min read