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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
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
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
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
Putting mental health care at the forefront for first responders
A study released this week by SUNY New Paltz found a majority of the 6,000 first responders asked experience stress, burnout, and anxiety.Read More
- February 7, 2025
- 3 min read
Let’s clear more hurdles for first responders seeking mental health help
- October 16, 2024
- 3 min
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
