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Oro, a trauma support dog for first responders, is the future of addressing mental health needs, officials say
While rescue crews spent nearly two days searching for a 5-year-old girl swept out in a rip current off Treasure Island, Laguna Beach Fire Capt. Pat Cary spent dozens of...Read More
- August 26, 2026
- 3 min
New Study Reveals Urgent Need for Expanded Mental Health Services for First Responders
Due to the unique nature of their work, first responders are routinely exposed to traumatic situations and tremendous amounts of stress that can lead to a variety of mental health...Read More
- July 8, 2026
Ohio Senate Passes Bill to Allocate $40 Million to First Responder PTSD Fund
Bipartisan Budget Correction Bill Supports Ohio’s First RespondersRead More
- June 10, 2026
- 2 min
The effects of trauma on first responders
The recent death of a Flint police officer highlighted an important question: They help us in our time of need, but who helps them in their time of need?Read More
- February 20, 2026
- 3 min
How mental health impacts first responders
The recent death by suicide of an off-duty Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper is sparking continued conversation about first responders and their mental health.Read More
- January 1, 2026
- 3 min read
Addressing PTSD and mental health challenges among America’s first responders
Texas A&M researcher leads efforts to understand trauma, reduce stigma and develop tailored support for front-line heroes.Read More
- December 4, 2025
- 3 min read
Mental Health Training for First Responders
Many first responders experience high rates of mental health challenges including PTSD, anxiety and depression. Their jobs are demanding and often dangerous. With our evidence-based, nationally recognized training, you can help them build...Read More
- November 5, 2025
- 2 min read
First responders seek to address mental health crisis among their colleagues
From decades in the field to retirement, first responders share the mental health challenges they face and how support programs are helping heal trauma.Read More
- September 11, 2025
- 4 min read
‘We spend our careers living and seeing trauma’: New program launched to help first responders
First responders in Palm Beach County now have a new lifeline when facing mental health crises. The newly launched First Responder (+) Care Program at Delray Medical Center provides immediate...Read More
- July 24, 2025
- 3 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