This study evaluated the potential risk factors for development of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in emergency medical service (EMS) workers. During mandatory training classes, 2051 New York ...

In September 2017, the FIRST Center was awarded a $1.5 million dollar grant by FEMA for the project, “Stress and Violence in fire-based EMS Responders (SAVER),” which responds to seven of FEMA’s ...

The setting of this study provided a unique opportunity to study a large population of subjects regularly exposed to the traumatic events inherent in the work of an urban EMS worker. Ongoing ...

reduces pain, improves circulation, promotes skin health, and contributes to stress reduction. Regular sessions of cryo EMS therapy may help individuals maintain an active lifestyle, support ...

GIS Lead Analyst Steve Melly, MA, MS of the Dornsife School will provide mapping support. The new project, “Stress and Violence in fire-based EMS Responders (SAVER),” responds to seven of FEMA’s ...