First Responder

• Florida ‘Paramedic of the Year’ charged in theft of COVID-19 vaccines

  Joshua Colon is accused of covering up for his supervisor, who allegedly took three vaccine doses that were meant for firefighters.

  Trending

  Jan 27
• Firefighter-paramedic role in Saskatoon evolves over 30 years

  Treatment and medications administered by a firefighter-paramedic have expanded over the past three decades, according to the SFD.

  Canada

  Nov 14, 2019
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• Peterborough man accused of sexually assaulting first responder

  Police allege the man assaulted a first responder in Jackson Park.

  Crime

  Apr 15, 2019
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• Moose Jaw paramedic uses music to help first responders

  A Moose Jaw paramedic is using music to raise money for other first responders dealing with mental health issues.

  Canada

  Mar 24, 2019
• A young Alberta firefighter almost took his own life – and he wants men to know why

  Edmonton firefighter Jay Davies is sharing his story of why he attempted suicide, in hopes of inspiring other men to take care of their mental health.

  Health

  Nov 6, 2018
• Alberta firefighter remembered as a hero in MP’s emotional tribute

  Darren Anderson lost his battle with PTSD on Sept. 15. On Friday, the Strathcona County firefighter was honoured in the House of Commons.

  Canada

  Sep 21, 2018
• Sask. paramedic shares battle with PTSD after suicide of fellow first responder

  The recent suicide of a Regina paramedic has another Sask. first responder speaking out about his battle with PTSD and calling for more support.

  Canada

  Aug 28, 2018
• RCMP, Search and Rescue hold remote rescue training in Halifax

  Global News tagged along for a rare look behind the scenes.

  Canada

  Jul 5, 2018
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• Nurses to rally for inclusion under new B.C. PTSD labour laws

  Under pending provincial legislation, first responders won't have to prove PTSD was acquired on the job to get coverage for it.

  Health

  May 3, 2018
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• LISTEN: How medical drones are changing the roles of first responders

  How could drones help in an emergency situation? Where are experiments with technology now? And how will this change the role of the people who work every day to save lives?

  Health

  Apr 16, 2018