Fitness & Health
With 76% of EMS professionals facing burnout, agencies must prioritize recovery, resilience and leadership modeling to protect provider health and patient safety
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With 76% of EMS professionals facing burnout, agencies must prioritize recovery, resilience and leadership modeling to protect provider health and patient safety
A career in public safety or emergency response can take a toll on your loved ones; here’s what you need to know
Try one (or all) of these ideas and make movement a priority — together!
Resiliency training and a CISM program laid a foundation for the Richmond Ambulance Authority to support its providers’ mental health
Learn how peer support programs, EAPs and chaplaincy can help your providers weather emotional storms and mental health crises
Building mental and physical resilience isn’t just important — it’s essential for EMS professionals. If your program isn’t gaining traction, these 5 roadblocks could be to blame.
“Fatigue isn’t just about feeling tired. It’s a physiological and cognitive state that directly impacts decision-making, reaction times and the ability to perform under pressure.”
There’s no denying that EMS takes a toll on provider health; this 30-day challenge can help you get your life back
Shift your mindset and identity to achieve and maintain your objectives
Forget protein bars — the best “exercise snack” happens in the patrol car, between calls or while restocking the rig
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