Join us for an essential installment of our continuing education series for Athletic Trainers in public safety. This month, we are privileged to host Lynsey Hansen, LAT, ATC, PES, PSATS Treasurer and Cali Berg, PTA, Firefighter/EMT, as they discuss the challenges faced by female firefighters and EMTs.  Titled "Serving While Expecting: Supporting Pregnancy and Postpartum in Firefighters & EMTs," this webinar is designed to equip ATCs with the knowledge and practical tools nece

Join us for an essential installment of our continuing education series for Athletic Trainers in public safety. This month, we are privileged to host Kelsey Loftus, DAT, LAT, ATC , a respected expert who will delve into the critical topic of sleep health for first responders. Titled "The Job That Never Sleeps: Realistic Ways to Hack Your Sleep as a First Responder," this webinar is designed to equip ATCs with the knowledge and practical tools necessary to address the pervasiv

Join Katie Dennison, MS, TSAC-F, CES, a Master Firefighter and expert in first responder health, wellness, fitness, and performance, for an engaging and informative continuing education program. This session, titled "Functional Fitness for Firefighters," provides essential insights and practical tips to enhance your physical capabilities, ensuring first responders are strong and resilient on the job. Perfect for public safety practitioners seeking to elevate their application

Join Elizabeth McCabe, MS, LAT, ATC, a leading expert in first responder health, wellness, fitness, and performance, for an insightful and practical continuing education program designed for public safety practitioners. In "Applicable Rehab for the Tactical Athlete," Elizabeth shares her extensive knowledge and experience to provide actionable rehabilitation strategies tailored specifically for tactical athletes. Whether you're a clinician, trainer, or first responder, this p

Dive into the intricate world of the nervous system with our expert-led episode! Rebecca Swan, Anna Sedory, and Traci Taufener lead us through a deeper understanding of how neural dynamics can enhance public safety practices. Join us as we uncover the secrets to synchronizing body and mind for optimal wellness in high-stress environments. Don't miss out on this essential education for public safety practitioners!

This presentation aims to shed light on the alarming prevalence of cancer among firefighters, exploring the latest statistics to provide a comprehensive overview of the challenges faced by those in the fire service. Lt. Amy Dant, NRP, LMP will discuss the various risk factors that contribute to the increased incidence of cancer within this profession, addressing occupational exposures, lifestyle factors, and potential preventive measures. Viewers will gain valuable insights i

Join tactical athletic trainers Elizabeth McCabe, MS, LAT, ATC and Maura Shea, DAT,

Kelsey Tanler, with help from Maura Shea, takes us through firefighter CPR, basic equipment, and the parts of a Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Then learn how to identify key signs/symptoms of cardiac arrest, how to remove all that equipment and perform CPR effectively.

University of Kentucky Sports Medicine Research Institute is teaming up with Lexington Fire Department to research the pros and cons of wearable technology for data collection, and the utilization of self-reported measurements of wellness relating to sleep for firefighters. See how direct access to an Athletic Trainer can lead to positive ROI, especially for chronic injuries.

NFPA Research (Dec 2023) explaining key findings of United States Firefighter Injuries can be found here