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First Due introduces exposure tracking management for first responder health and wellness
First Due, the leading provider of cloud-based Fire & EMS software, has announced the launch of Health & Wellness, a new module focused on responder safety and occupational healthRead More
- May 15, 2025
- 3 min read
From Reactive to Proactive: Building a Culture of Mental Health in the Firehouse
As firefighters, you dedicate your careers to protecting lives and property. But somewhere along the line, one critical asset gets neglected—your mental health.Read More
- May 12, 2025
- 4 min read
‘Unbearable Burden’: Suicide, Mental Health Now Key Concerns for First Responders
Delve into the growing mental health crisis facing first responders, as this article highlights rising suicide rates and emerging wellness programs like peer support and on-call psychologists aimed at addressing...Read More
- April 24, 2025
- 4 min read
COVID anniversary shines new light on effort to support doctors’ mental health
As the fifth anniversary of COVID-19 approaches, the Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act aims to combat burnout and mental health challenges among healthcare professionals. Emergency physicians Dr....Read More
- March 17, 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
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
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
Let’s clear more hurdles for first responders seeking mental health help
- October 16, 2024
- 3 min