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Front-line workers more likely to suffer mentally – but less likely to get help
Discover why front-line workers are disproportionately affected by mental health challenges in this insightful article. Explore the barriers preventing them from seeking help and the urgent need for support in...Read More
- February 15, 2024
- 2 min read
The evolving regulatory and compliance landscape of EMS
Explore the dynamic world of EMS regulatory and compliance standards with insights into the latest OIG Compliance Program guidance and the surge in HIPAA-related enforcement actions. Stay informed on the...Read More
- February 12, 2024
- 2 min read
CDC, Health Care Systems at Breaking Point Due to Staffing and Mental Health Issues
The call for help is loud and clear, but who will answer when the responders are in short supply? This eye-opening report delves into the escalating crisis of paramedic shortages...Read More
- November 1, 2023
- 3 min read
Call Takers are Demoralized, Overwhelmed and Dealing with their own Mental Woes
Amid the backdrop of relentless emergencies, 911 call takers carry the weight of crisis after crisis, their headsets becoming both lifelines and heavy burdens. This in-depth article uncovers the stark...Read More
- September 20, 2023
- 10 min read
Analyzing the Pandemic’s Impact on Fire and EMS Personnel
As the world grapples with the ebb and flow of the COVID-19 pandemic, our fire and EMS personnel navigate an ever-evolving landscape of challenges. This article takes a comprehensive look...Read More
- August 30, 2023
- 5 min read
Gov Katie Hobbs signs Bill Giving 9-1-1 Dispatchers Unlimited Mental Health Services
In a landmark decision for emergency service personnel, Governor Katie Hobbs has signed into law a bill granting Arizona's 911 dispatchers access to unlimited mental health services. This marks a...Read More
- August 25, 2023
- 2 min read
Bill Granting Mental Health Leave for 9-1-1 Dispatchers Heads to Governors Desk
In a groundbreaking move poised to address the hidden strains of emergency response work, a new bill offering mental health leave to 9-1-1 dispatchers is on its way to the...Read More
- May 25, 2023
- 5 min read
EMS Worker’s Death by Suicide Puts Focus on Mental Health Awareness for First Responders
The tragic loss of Adam Haygood, an esteemed Haywood County EMS worker, by suicide has cast a poignant light on the mental health struggles faced by first responders. In a...Read More
- April 13, 2023
- 4 min read
Rhode Island Bill Allows Firefighters to Qualify for PTSD Injured on Duty Status
In a significant step towards acknowledging the psychological toll of firefighting, Rhode Island legislators have introduced a bill that could pave the way for firefighters suffering from PTSD to receive...Read More
- March 16, 2023
- 7 min read
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Comparison Between Fire and EMS Personnel
Within the high-adrenaline world of emergency medical services, the shadow of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder looms larger than in many other professions. This insightful JEMS article contrasts varied PTSD experiences,...Read More
- February 15, 2022
- 6 min read