Butte (MT) Firefighters Make Department History as Paramedics

The Butte-Silver Bow Fire Department has made history, thanks to four of its firefighters, Kahl Clark, Riley Hash, Lee Sullivan and Austin Perry. Besides their firefighting duties, the four men are all paramedics, which means for the first time there will potentially be a paramedic on duty for each shift.
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NH Chiefs Helping Dismantle Stigma Around First Responders’ Mental Health

Leaders say departments need to be open to having difficult conversations.
Harford County EMS ambulance.

Harford County (MD) Repays $220K in Student Loans for 44 Volunteer First Responders

The Harford County government paid off $220,000 in student loans for 44 volunteer first responders this year.

Understanding the Increased Mental Health Risks Facing Emergency Medical Service

Dr. Drew Anderson delivered this lecture on mental health through the NYCARESUP Program.
Lt. Mark Myers in his turnout gear stands behind an ambulance.

African American/Black History Month: Lt. Mark Myers

Lt. Mark Myers understands the value of Black History Month and how Black history paved the way for his career.

Self-Defense and You as the Firefighter/EMS Provider

This article is a general overview of self-defense for firefighters and EMS providers from a criminal law perspective.

Mental Health of First Responders

The authors explore how job duties affect the mental health of first responders and the employer’s role in providing care and treatment.