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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
The tactical diet: How to fuel your body and brain
For first responders, good nutrition isn’t a luxury — it’s a performance tool. But cutting through trends and keeping it simple is the real key to long-term successRead More
- March 26, 2025
- 4 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
Operating on empty: How sleep deprivation impacts medics
Discover how sleep deprivation affects paramedics' performance, decision-making, and overall health. Learn about the dangers of fatigue in emergency medical services and strategies to mitigate its risks. Read more on...Read More
- March 13, 2025
First Responder Wellness Act Would Create Mental Health Hotline
The First Responder Wellness Act proposes a dedicated mental health hotline for first responders, similar to the Veterans Crisis Line. This initiative aims to provide crisis support and mental health...Read More
- February 28, 2025
- 3 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
Study shows effects of PTSD, anxiety on women firefighters
A University of Arizona study reveals that anxiety and PTSD are linked to lower reproductive hormone levels in female firefighters, highlighting the need for mental health support and further research...Read More
- February 21, 2025
- 4 min read
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