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Prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress among first …

(3 days ago) WebFirst responders often face direct and indirect distress and traumatic events due to the uncertain nature of their workplaces, causing significant physical, physiological, and psychological health burdens including depression, anxiety, and stress [1,3,4].

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9309001/

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First Responders and Mental Health: When Heroes …

(8 days ago) WebSome statistics provided on first responders and their mental health have been documented by the US Department of Healthin a supplement from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health …

https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/first-responders-and-mental-health-when-heroes-need-rescuing

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Today's Tip: First Responder Physical Health Risks - Lexipol

(4 days ago) WebAs a first responder, you are at elevated risk for hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Your chances of having a heart attack – and having one when you’re young – are higher than the general population. Fight back against these statistics. Take charge of your physical health and wellness so you can identify potential issues and address

https://www.lexipol.com/resources/todays-tips/first-responder-physical-health-risks/

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Health Trends among 9/11 Responders from 2011–2021: A Review …

(4 days ago) WebHealth Trends among 9/11 Responders from 2011–2021: A Review of World Trade Center Health Program Statistics - Volume 36 Issue 5. In a single day, the September 11, 2001 US terrorist attacks (9/11) killed nearly 3,000 people, including 412 first responders. More than 91,000 responders were exposed to a range of hazards during the recovery

https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/prehospital-and-disaster-medicine/article/abs/health-trends-among-911-responders-from-20112021-a-review-of-world-trade-center-health-program-statistics/09B87521287B943402782DAADB47E0B9

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First Responders: Behavioral Health Concerns, Emergency …

(4 days ago) WebBehavioral Health Conditions in Emergency Medical Services Personnel. One of the core risk factors for first responders is the pace of their work. First responders are always on the front line facing highly stressful and risky calls. This tempo can lead to an inability to integrate work experiences.

https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/dtac/supplementalresearchbulletin-firstresponders-may2018.pdf

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Estimating Psychiatric Outcomes in First Responders

(8 days ago) WebOf note, recent studies suggest that approximately 70% of health care workers and other first responders to the COVID-19 pandemic may develop at least mild PTSD symptoms, and 45% to 50% may …

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2770973

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The effects of emergency medical service work on the …

(5 days ago) WebHigh rates of mental distress, mental illness, and the associated physical effects of psychological injury experienced by ambulance personnel has been widely reported in quantitative research. However, there is limited understanding of how the nature of ambulance work contributes to this problem, the significant large toll that emergency …

https://bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12888-020-02752-4

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eNews: Volume 21, Number 3 (July 2023) NIOSH CDC

(7 days ago) WebLast Reviewed: July 3, 2023. Source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) First responders are key to protecting public safety and health. Law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical services clinicians respond to both emergency and nonemergency calls, often risking their own lives to help those in need.

https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/enews/enewsv21n3.html

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Characteristics of Individuals and Employment Among First …

(Just Now) WebThe report describes the characteristics of career first responders based on the Current Population Survey. The majority of the more than 1.2 million workers in these three occupational categories are White, male, and 25 to 54 years old. 3 out of 4 EMTs and paramedics are men. 7 out of 8 police officers are men.

https://www.hsdl.org/c/view?docid=803088

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Association between physical activity and mental health among …

(1 days ago) WebObjective: Studies suggest that physical activity (PA) improves psychological recovery in trauma-exposed populations like first responders. However, trauma exposure varies among first responders in relation to their unique service roles and duties. The purpose of this study was to examine the interaction effect of service role (traditional vs. emotional …

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32940520/

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Here for My Peer: The Future of First Responder Mental Health

(3 days ago) WebFocusing solely on the physical risks of the job is a disservice to these professionals. Therefore, a dual focus on the physical and mental health of first responders is imperative. Descriptive statistics and correlations among study variables can be found in Table 1. To test Hypothesis One, paired samples t-tests were conducted …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8582745/

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First responder mental health, traumatic events and rural and …

(8 days ago) WebRates of violence towards first responders varies, with between 57% and 93% of first responders reportedly experiencing physical and/or verbal violence throughout their career (Murray et al., 2020). A study conducted by Jones et al. ( 2022 ) explored paramedic and police experiences responding to methamphetamine related …

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jan.15856

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Behind the uniform: first responder mental health challenges

(8 days ago) WebFirst responders have an elevated risk for mental health challenges due to the nature of their jobs, which involve repeated exposure to stressful situations and traumatic events or incidents. Kira Mauseth at Seattle University is a clinical psychologist specializing in behavioral health and preparation response and recovery from small- to …

https://salish-current.org/2023/12/05/behind-the-uniform-first-responder-mental-health-challenges/

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First responders who keep us safe need to care for themselves, too

(6 days ago) WebThe psychological challenges that first responders face is even clearer. Fay, a police officer for 30 years who now counsels first responders, encounters problems ranging from post-traumatic stress disorder and depression to alcoholism and family crises. "It's been a particularly difficult time for responders," he said.

https://www.heart.org/en/news/2023/10/27/first-responders-who-keep-us-safe-need-to-care-for-themselves-too

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Documenting the Traumas of First Responders - NAMI

(9 days ago) WebPTSD911 is a documentary film about real people; normal, average human beings who have chosen to work in professions that require above average heroism, fortitude, and resolve. Ultimately PTSD911 sheds light on the hidden and often stigmatized mental health issues impacting many first responders across the world.

https://www.nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Frontline-Wellness/2021/Documenting-the-Traumas-of-First-Responders

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Health Effects of 9/11 Still Plague Responders and Survivors

(4 days ago) WebBut the program—established to provide health care for 9/11-related ailments in responders and survivors—has had only a bit more than 112,000 members, a fraction of the estimated 410,000 first

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/health-effects-of-9-11-still-plague-responders-and-survivors/

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Public Health Risks to First Responders NIST

(5 days ago) WebPublic Health Risks to First Responders (PFAS) Act of 2019 directs NIST to conduct research to determine the relative risk of firefighter’s exposure to PFAS. RESEARCH PLAN: This study has four main tasks. Task 1 will be to characterize PFAS associated with off-the-shelf new-FFG (e.g.; jacket, pants, gloves, self-contained …

https://www.nist.gov/programs-projects/public-health-risks-first-responders

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Toolkit For NFPA 1582 Physical - First Responder Center for …

(9 days ago) WebGetting an NFPA 1582 annual physical can help identify underlying health conditions and keep you on the line, saving others. Schedule your physical today, and learn more: DOWNLOAD. Twitter. First Responder Center for Excellence for Reducing Occupational Illness, Injuries and Deaths, Inc. 2130 Priest Bridge Drive, Suite 11 Crofton, MD 21114

https://firstrespondercenter.org/resource-hub/firefighter-physicals/toolkit-for-nfpa-1582-physical/

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2021 Georgia County Health Rankings

(6 days ago) WebHealth Rankings for Georgia: Measures and National/State Results. Years of potential life lost before age 75 per 100,000 population (age-adjusted). Percentage of adults reporting fair or poor health (age-adjusted). Average number of physically unhealthy days reported in past 30 days (age-adjusted). Average number of mentally unhealthy days

https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/sites/default/files/media/document/CHR2021_GA.pdf

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Heart Disease Georgia Department of Public Health

(4 days ago) WebIn efforts to fight heart disease, The Georgia Department of Public Health is a proud participant inMillion Hearts. Spearheaded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this national public health initiative aims to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes by 2027. Through statewide partnerships with local health departments

https://dph.georgia.gov/chronic-disease-prevention/heart-disease

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Threat Assessment In K-12 Schools Can Detect Early Warning

(1 days ago) WebThe School Survey on Crime and Safety, managed by the U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics, collects data on crime and violence in U.S. public K-12 schools

https://www.forbes.com/sites/katecassada-1/2024/05/31/threat-assessment-in-k-12-schools-can-detect-early-warning-signs-of-violence/

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Events from October 15, 2020 - First Responders Foundation

(5 days ago) WebPhysical Health Gracie Jiu-Jitsu® Omaha 8/23, 8/24, & 8/25; Resiliency Training 8/23/2022 or 8/25/2022; Our mission is to serve and honor all our First Responders, Veterans and their families; build appreciation and respect for their work; and enhance public safety. CONTACT US

https://firstrespondersfoundation.org/events/

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