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Unmasking the Mental Health Crisis Among First Responders

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JEMS Managing Editor Jeff Frankel hosts a deep dive into the mental health challenges facing first responders. Alanna emphasizes that mental health struggles aren’t anomalies but an expected reality for first responders, advocating for open dialogue, culturally competent care, and union-backed mental health leave policies.

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First Responder Mental Health and Wellness Conference Coming to NJ

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This important event is presented by 1st Responder Conferences and co-hosted by Neptune Township EMS and Burlington County Human Services. This conference aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health challenges and create a space where first responders can learn, heal, and build resilience — both personally and professionally.

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Practical Insights for Out-of-Hospital Birth Challenges

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Community paramedicine programs have shown promise addressing chronic conditions; this model could extend to prenatal and postnatal care to fill provider shortages and improve continuity.

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How Critical Incident Response Canines Are Changing First Responder Support

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Through heartfelt stories, she illustrates the quiet impact these canines have on victims and first responders alike. Previous: Jeff Frankel sits down with occupational therapist Bonnie Eckman and paramedic leader Alanna Badgley to explore sensory modulation therapy as a breakthrough tool for first responders’ mental health.

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Severe Hemorrhage Technology Developed by Military Researchers

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4 min read Admin/Leadership Podcasts EMS EMT Paramedic The JEMS Report Gwenny Winkler on Critical Care, Coaching and Embracing Growth Veteran flight nurse and educator Gwenny Winkler shares her EMS journey.

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Knowing When to Stop

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Commentary Exclusives Mental Health and Wellness EMS EMT Paramedic Must View How Sensory Modulation Therapy Is Transforming Mental Health Support for First Responders JEMS Managing Editor Jeff Frankel sits down with occupational therapist Bonnie Eckman and paramedic leader Alanna Badgley to explore sensory modulation therapy.

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Mobile Integrated Healthcare, Advocacy and Mental Health in Missouri

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3 min read Patient Care Podcasts EMS EMT Let's Get It Straight Paramedic How Sensory Modulation Therapy Is Transforming Mental Health Support for First Responders JEMS Managing Editor Jeff Frankel sits down with occupational therapist Bonnie Eckman and paramedic leader Alanna Badgley to explore sensory modulation therapy.