One third of first responders are using alcohol to ‘cope’
Alcohol tends to become a coping mechanism for these mental health issues, which is fraught with danger.
Sadly 1/4 pregnancies end in miscarriage. First responders are at risk of two of the main causes.
It changes from woman to woman, but there are some common causes.
Coping with Perimenopause in your forties
Let’s take a look at the difference between perimenopause and menopause.
When chronic pain affects the people who protect our community
For police officers whose jobs rely on physical capabilities, it's particularly important.
The hidden hazards of being a cop
There are many health dangers to police officers' lungs.
Police officers 19% more likely to suffer from hearing loss
Police can focus on minimising the effects of constant exposure to obtrusive sound.
Menopause is natural. Not talking about it, within police departments, is a threat.
There often isn’t a place for women to openly talk about their symptoms, without fearing they’ll be treated differently.
Why breast cancer comes onto the health radar at 40 (and what this means for police)
The risk factors for breast cancer are most prevalent for police and emergency service workers.
Emergency services at greater risk of suicide
One in four officers experience moderate to high psychological distress at any one time