/off-duty Off Duty en-US Thu, 01 May 2025 21:25:29 GMT /ems-leader-playbook/turn-personal-roots-into-professional-gold-lead-like-you-mean-it Laysha Ward teaches public safety leaders how to reframe life experiences into leadership superpowers, develop connection currency and align work-life goals for sustainable success Thu, 01 May 2025 21:25:29 GMT /ems-leader-playbook/turn-personal-roots-into-professional-gold-lead-like-you-mean-it /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics Celebrate holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts paramedics and EMTs will love Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:48:00 GMT /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics /off-duty/best-personal-protection-devices-for-self-defense Explore top self-defense tools like TASERs, pepper spray and personal alarms. Learn how to choose, use, and store them safely and legally Tue, 29 Apr 2025 17:13:13 GMT /off-duty/best-personal-protection-devices-for-self-defense /emt-ems-paramedic-jobs-and-careers/from-sirens-to-safety-navigating-your-career-change Rapid decision-making and risk assessment skills make EMS professionals a perfect fit for high-paying safety leadership roles Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:40:48 GMT /emt-ems-paramedic-jobs-and-careers/from-sirens-to-safety-navigating-your-career-change /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics Celebrate holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts paramedics and EMTs will love Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:48:00 GMT /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics /nutrition/meal-prep-101-everything-you-need-to-avoid-the-drive-through-lane The benefits are numerous, but the startup can be daunting; become a meal-prepping pro with these top-rated solutions Mon, 21 Apr 2025 14:39:00 GMT /nutrition/meal-prep-101-everything-you-need-to-avoid-the-drive-through-lane /health-wellness/book-excerpt-101-stress-busting-tips-for-first-responders Read the first five practical, no-nonsense strategies to help you stay sharp, resilient, and in control — no matter what the job throws at you Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:07:13 GMT /health-wellness/book-excerpt-101-stress-busting-tips-for-first-responders /health-wellness/the-off-duty-habit-thats-keeping-first-responders-moving The habit? Working out with your dog in ways that support movement, recovery and routine Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:06:41 GMT /health-wellness/the-off-duty-habit-thats-keeping-first-responders-moving /health-wellness/therapy-because-trying-to-outrun-your-problems-doesnt-count-as-cardio There’s a fine line between coping and avoiding; which one are you engaged in? Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:46:37 GMT /health-wellness/therapy-because-trying-to-outrun-your-problems-doesnt-count-as-cardio /off-duty/top-amazon-big-spring-sale-deals-early-deals-live-now Save up to 40% off on Nest, Coleman, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, Contigo, Ninja, Cuisinart & more Tue, 25 Mar 2025 11:53:00 GMT /off-duty/top-amazon-big-spring-sale-deals-early-deals-live-now /health-wellness/how-to-treat-common-foot-injuries-in-ems-providers-no-surgery-needed Tired of aching feet? Check out these expert-backed solutions to keep you moving, stay pain-free and perform at your best Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:23:20 GMT /health-wellness/how-to-treat-common-foot-injuries-in-ems-providers-no-surgery-needed /wellness-week/the-transition-home 6 key steps to switch from work to home life Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:58:34 GMT /wellness-week/the-transition-home /wellness-week/get-moving-8-fitness-must-haves-for-the-fast-paced-world-of-public-safety Short on time and space? Check out these products to help get a workout in no matter where you are in your day Wed, 12 Mar 2025 17:59:00 GMT /wellness-week/get-moving-8-fitness-must-haves-for-the-fast-paced-world-of-public-safety /ems-products/books/from-the-covid-19-frontlines-6-must-read-books-by-first-responders In a moment of global uncertainty, first responders and frontline workers stepped up when humanity needed them most; these are their stories. Tue, 11 Mar 2025 15:24:15 GMT /ems-products/books/from-the-covid-19-frontlines-6-must-read-books-by-first-responders /off-duty/new-podcast-highlights-stories-of-courage-heroism-of-medal-of-honor-recipients "Medal of Honor: Stories of Courage" delves into themes such as what defines a hero, why individuals risk their lives for others and the nature of sacrifice Tue, 25 Mar 2025 15:35:00 GMT /off-duty/new-podcast-highlights-stories-of-courage-heroism-of-medal-of-honor-recipients /off-duty/emergency-is-now-streaming-revisit-the-hit-show-that-brought-paramedics-into-the-spotlight The 1970s drama introduced audiences to the world of paramedics and left a lasting impact on the EMS profession. Here’s where to watch and how to celebrate its legacy. Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:00:15 GMT /off-duty/emergency-is-now-streaming-revisit-the-hit-show-that-brought-paramedics-into-the-spotlight /leadership/articles/ems-leadership-are-you-winning-the-super-bowl-within-izZNoZnrmxlOAvAM/ Balance your emotional reactions with rational decisions to win the internal big game Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:34:00 GMT /leadership/articles/ems-leadership-are-you-winning-the-super-bowl-within-izZNoZnrmxlOAvAM/ /good-news/off-duty-n-y-paramedics-save-woman-during-anniversary-dinner The off-duty paramedic couple sprang into action during their anniversary dinner, rushing to save an elderly woman who was choking Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:30:59 GMT /good-news/off-duty-n-y-paramedics-save-woman-during-anniversary-dinner /rescue/retired-fdny-paramedic-saves-driver-in-fiery-crash An SUV crashed into a Manalapan home, causing a fire that destroyed part of the house Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:15:00 GMT /rescue/retired-fdny-paramedic-saves-driver-in-fiery-crash /good-news/n-h-ff-paramedic-recognized-for-off-duty-cardiac-arrest-save Off-duty Bedford Paramedic Remy Surprenant, alongside a retired Salem fire captain and staff, helped save a man in cardiac arrest, earning him two EMS Life Saving Awards Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:47:39 GMT /good-news/n-h-ff-paramedic-recognized-for-off-duty-cardiac-arrest-save /coronavirus-COVID-19/we-had-each-other-to-lean-on-kan-ff-medic-and-date-quarantined-together-during-covid-marry When Kansas City Firefighter Paramedic Karl Tsen was ordered into quarantine mid-date at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, he and Kristy Sloan barely knew each other — two weeks later, they were inseparable Fri, 21 Mar 2025 13:10:43 GMT /coronavirus-COVID-19/we-had-each-other-to-lean-on-kan-ff-medic-and-date-quarantined-together-during-covid-marry /good-news/n-h-paramedic-continues-to-lead-effort-to-end-child-hunger Peterborough Fire and Rescue’s Dan Heffernan joined forces with End 68 Hours of Hunger, ensuring kids have access to meals outside of school hours Sat, 15 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT /good-news/n-h-paramedic-continues-to-lead-effort-to-end-child-hunger /off-duty/video-off-duty-ariz-ff-paramedic-works-with-cop-to-rescue-woman-from-burning-truck Peoria Firefighter/Paramedic Asa Paguia was on his way to work when he came upon the fiery crash, and because of a prior overtime shift, he happened to have his gear with him Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:31:29 GMT /off-duty/video-off-duty-ariz-ff-paramedic-works-with-cop-to-rescue-woman-from-burning-truck /good-news/the-only-mission-was-to-get-out-former-medic-in-toronto-plane-crash-recalls-treating-passengers Peter Carlson was on his way to speak at an Ontario paramedic chiefs convention when the Delta flight he was on crashed upside down during landing Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:38:08 GMT /good-news/the-only-mission-was-to-get-out-former-medic-in-toronto-plane-crash-recalls-treating-passengers /off-duty/emergency-is-now-streaming-revisit-the-hit-show-that-brought-paramedics-into-the-spotlight The 1970s drama introduced audiences to the world of paramedics and left a lasting impact on the EMS profession. Here’s where to watch and how to celebrate its legacy. Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:00:15 GMT /off-duty/emergency-is-now-streaming-revisit-the-hit-show-that-brought-paramedics-into-the-spotlight /ems-heroes/embodying-selflessness-and-courage-super-bowl-lix-recognizes-new-orleans-first-responders President Donald Trump met with New Orleans police, firefighters and paramedics before Super Bowl LIX kickoff, praising their courage following the Bourbon Street terror attack Mon, 10 Feb 2025 14:41:40 GMT /ems-heroes/embodying-selflessness-and-courage-super-bowl-lix-recognizes-new-orleans-first-responders /off-duty/video-off-duty-n-y-emt-saves-man-pinned-under-train Carrying a tourniquet at all times proved valuable for the Manhattan EMT Tue, 28 Jan 2025 17:21:59 GMT /off-duty/video-off-duty-n-y-emt-saves-man-pinned-under-train /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics Celebrate holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts paramedics and EMTs will love Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:48:00 GMT /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics /off-duty/top-amazon-big-spring-sale-deals-early-deals-live-now Save up to 40% off on Nest, Coleman, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, Contigo, Ninja, Cuisinart & more Tue, 25 Mar 2025 11:53:00 GMT /off-duty/top-amazon-big-spring-sale-deals-early-deals-live-now /wellness-week/10-wearable-fitness-tech-gadgets-for-budget-savvy-medics Hit your fitness goals without breaking the bank Tue, 11 Mar 2025 15:11:00 GMT /wellness-week/10-wearable-fitness-tech-gadgets-for-budget-savvy-medics /ems-products/off-duty/gear-up-during-amazon-big-deal-days Save on top brands in tactical gear, fitness equipment and tech essentials you trust on and off duty Tue, 08 Oct 2024 04:30:00 GMT /ems-products/off-duty/gear-up-during-amazon-big-deal-days /ems-products/off-duty/dialed-in-essential-accessories-for-your-cell-phone Find your accessory add-ons, from phone stands and holders to waterproof pouches and tracking devices Thu, 05 Sep 2024 12:33:24 GMT /ems-products/off-duty/dialed-in-essential-accessories-for-your-cell-phone /off-duty/researcher-health-apps-deliver-results Smartphone health app users are more active, sleep better and eat healthier according to a new study Tue, 20 Aug 2024 21:27:57 GMT /off-duty/researcher-health-apps-deliver-results /off-duty/back-to-school-safety-5-smart-gadgets-for-monitoring-your-kids Stay connected and keep your kids safe with these top-rated Amazon products Mon, 05 Aug 2024 17:53:52 GMT /off-duty/back-to-school-safety-5-smart-gadgets-for-monitoring-your-kids /off-duty/the-smartest-smart-scales-for-comprehensive-health-management Track your body’s biometrics with these top Amazon picks Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:58:23 GMT /off-duty/the-smartest-smart-scales-for-comprehensive-health-management /wellness-week/5-things-to-know-about-biohacking-and-its-impact-on-providers Bryan Johnson’s biohacking protocol has gone viral – could this practice benefit your wellbeing? Tue, 02 Apr 2024 18:54:33 GMT /wellness-week/5-things-to-know-about-biohacking-and-its-impact-on-providers /wellness-week/focus-on-the-family-7-solutions-to-deepen-your-connections-at-home As a first responder, the unpredictable nature of your work shouldn't extend to your home life; build strong family relationships with these recommendations Tue, 12 Mar 2024 19:45:16 GMT /wellness-week/focus-on-the-family-7-solutions-to-deepen-your-connections-at-home /wellness-week/4-ways-to-promote-a-physical-fitness-culture-at-your-agency It is our responsibility to supply our bodies with the exercise and care they need to serve us efficiently Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:22:56 GMT /wellness-week/4-ways-to-promote-a-physical-fitness-culture-at-your-agency /ems-leader-playbook/turn-personal-roots-into-professional-gold-lead-like-you-mean-it Laysha Ward teaches public safety leaders how to reframe life experiences into leadership superpowers, develop connection currency and align work-life goals for sustainable success Thu, 01 May 2025 21:25:29 GMT /ems-leader-playbook/turn-personal-roots-into-professional-gold-lead-like-you-mean-it /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics Celebrate holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts paramedics and EMTs will love Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:48:00 GMT /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics /ems-leader-playbook/turn-personal-roots-into-professional-gold-lead-like-you-mean-it Laysha Ward teaches public safety leaders how to reframe life experiences into leadership superpowers, develop connection currency and align work-life goals for sustainable success Thu, 01 May 2025 21:25:29 GMT /ems-leader-playbook/turn-personal-roots-into-professional-gold-lead-like-you-mean-it /billing-and-administration/medpac-stacks-the-deck-against-ambulance-services Despite CMS's comprehensive cost findings, MedPAC’s selective data edits paint a distorted picture — risking the financial future of thousands of ambulance services Thu, 01 May 2025 18:30:16 GMT /billing-and-administration/medpac-stacks-the-deck-against-ambulance-services /whole-blood/barriers-to-prehospital-whole-blood-implementation Drs. Christine Carico and Matt Levy reveal why lifesaving blood transfusions remain rare in EMS care — and what needs to change to save more lives Thu, 01 May 2025 17:15:48 GMT /whole-blood/barriers-to-prehospital-whole-blood-implementation /clinical/femur-fracture-lets-pull-on-it Pulling on a broken leg only works if you do it right Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:03:17 GMT /clinical/femur-fracture-lets-pull-on-it /line-of-duty-death-lodd/insider-analysis-remembering-kansas-city-paramedic-stabbed-in-the-line-of-duty Graham Hoffman’s death underscores the unpredictable risks and the need for stronger safety measures in EMS Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:32:08 GMT /line-of-duty-death-lodd/insider-analysis-remembering-kansas-city-paramedic-stabbed-in-the-line-of-duty /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics Celebrate holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts paramedics and EMTs will love Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:48:00 GMT /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics /ems-products/education/articles/how-to-find-and-assess-a-radial-pulse-nRGuOSLr9Syb74Kg/ 5 tips to quickly find a patient's radial pulse for vital sign assessment Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:46:00 GMT /ems-products/education/articles/how-to-find-and-assess-a-radial-pulse-nRGuOSLr9Syb74Kg/ /off-duty/best-personal-protection-devices-for-self-defense Explore top self-defense tools like TASERs, pepper spray and personal alarms. Learn how to choose, use, and store them safely and legally Tue, 29 Apr 2025 17:13:13 GMT /off-duty/best-personal-protection-devices-for-self-defense /emt-ems-paramedic-jobs-and-careers/from-sirens-to-safety-navigating-your-career-change Rapid decision-making and risk assessment skills make EMS professionals a perfect fit for high-paying safety leadership roles Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:40:48 GMT /emt-ems-paramedic-jobs-and-careers/from-sirens-to-safety-navigating-your-career-change /ems-products/education/articles/how-to-find-and-assess-a-pedal-pulse-1E29TGpdv9DXU9hV/ 9 tips to quickly find a patient's pedal pulse for checking lower extremity circulation Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:37:00 GMT /ems-products/education/articles/how-to-find-and-assess-a-pedal-pulse-1E29TGpdv9DXU9hV/ /careers/videos/creating-a-legacy-in-public-safety-ckHYkhdyoc14GPmT/ In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham encourages first responders to consider the impact of their time in the fire service Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:28:00 GMT /careers/videos/creating-a-legacy-in-public-safety-ckHYkhdyoc14GPmT/ /wellness-week/secure-your-financial-future-a-first-responders-guide-to-money-management Maximize your financial security with expert guidance on first responder investing, retirement planning, and pension strategies. Learn how to grow wealth and secure your future. Fri, 07 Mar 2025 13:02:53 GMT /wellness-week/secure-your-financial-future-a-first-responders-guide-to-money-management /retirement/whats-next-for-first-responders-after-the-passing-of-the-social-security-fairness-act It could take more than a year to adjust benefits and disburse retroactive payments following the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act — here’s how to prepare Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:40:11 GMT /retirement/whats-next-for-first-responders-after-the-passing-of-the-social-security-fairness-act /retirement/articles/ems-from-a-distance-budget-basics-HoL88ukq7uh3SL3r/ Be realistic when estimating future expenses and check your progress early and often to balance your budget Mon, 17 Feb 2025 20:14:00 GMT /retirement/articles/ems-from-a-distance-budget-basics-HoL88ukq7uh3SL3r/ /careers/articles/the-last-tone-exploring-your-post-ems-career-options-2LvXpmemRPwhIO6D/ Our co-hosts sit down with Buck Ferris, an organ donation training coordinator, who discusses the logistics of his post-EMS profession Mon, 17 Feb 2025 19:54:00 GMT /careers/articles/the-last-tone-exploring-your-post-ems-career-options-2LvXpmemRPwhIO6D/ /retirement/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-social-security-fairness-act Understanding the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:59:00 GMT /retirement/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-social-security-fairness-act /financial-planning/articles/ems-from-a-distance-money-matters-nVpk2FFQmXBQK7J2/ Money matters: EMS tax preparation tips and advice on when to take social security Thu, 30 Jan 2025 19:43:00 GMT /financial-planning/articles/ems-from-a-distance-money-matters-nVpk2FFQmXBQK7J2/ /retirement/on-the-job-injuries-8-things-providers-should-know-about-medical-retirement Your options will vary depending on your agency’s benefits package and your state’s policies regarding injured workers, but you can prepare now Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:40:00 GMT /retirement/on-the-job-injuries-8-things-providers-should-know-about-medical-retirement /financial-planning/articles/budgeting-for-first-responders-how-to-make-a-budget-you-will-actually-stick-with-WJWBqShdlbIOcvqe/ Putting together a simple budget is not difficult. Here are some tips Wed, 08 Jan 2025 18:03:00 GMT /financial-planning/articles/budgeting-for-first-responders-how-to-make-a-budget-you-will-actually-stick-with-WJWBqShdlbIOcvqe/ /family-home/7-ways-to-plan-for-ems-retirement-as-a-rookie Without a defined pension plan, most providers are on the hook for saving for retirement; check out these tips to help you get started Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:14:25 GMT /family-home/7-ways-to-plan-for-ems-retirement-as-a-rookie