#first-responders

#first-responders

The World Trade Center Health Program faces challenges due to bureaucratic dysfunction, endangering the lives of 9/11 first responders.

Advocates are urging the government to stabilize funding and staffing for the health program.

The NYPD won the Battle of the Badges match, emphasizing community support and honoring first responders.

FDNY firefighter Jose Cristales was honored with the Liberty Medal for heroically saving a woman's life by coordinating her rescue after she was pinned under an SUV.

The FDNY's 'Calendar of Heroes' is set to return in 2026 after a hiatus, showcasing first responders to aid fundraising efforts.

FDNY firefighters showcased their boxing skills, winning 6 out of 9 matches at the Madison Square Garden event.

Comfort can be as important as therapy for those facing trauma.

People often seek prayer and comfort rather than traditional counseling, especially among first responders.

A Brooklyn wigmaker exhibited erratic behavior during and after the tragic crash that killed a mother and her daughters.

T-Mobile is prioritizing first responders with dedicated network access to enhance communication during emergencies.

Verizon launches a dedicated 5G network slice for first responders, enhancing their connectivity and operational efficiency.

L.A. County first responders are demanding raises and expressing frustrations over slow contract negotiations amid severe financial challenges.

Unions are highlighting the heroism of first responders in a documentary released during tense contract negotiations.

Captain Bobby Nash's sacrifice highlights the risks of first responders and celebrates their heroism in a bold narrative choice.

9-1-1 season 8 episode 'Lab Rats' provides emotional highs and lows, showcasing the heroic efforts of first responders amidst life-threatening challenges.

Leadership in crisis requires teamwork and trust, akin to first response decisions that can affect lives.

Community events bridge gaps between first responders and aspiring service members.

Nine PRCS medics and rescue workers were killed in Rafah, Gaza, after being attacked by Israeli forces while trying to aid civilians.

Anwar al-Attar's dedication as a first responder exemplified bravery amidst peril, impacting his family and community deeply.

Bruce Willis publicly thanked first responders for their efforts amid LA wildfires, showcasing his gratitude despite battling dementia.

Marvel's premiere of 'Captain America: Brave New World' honored first responders and showcased community support following recent challenges.

The Wenjian Liu Foundation supports families of fallen first responders through therapy dog training and donations, fostering healing and companionship.

A supermarket fire in Birmingham was reportedly caused by a car set ablaze and rammed into the store, with no casualties reported.

First responders effectively rescued an injured hiker at Rocky Narrows Reservation, showcasing regional teamwork and rapid medical response.

Narcan, a critical tool for reversing opioid overdoses, is increasingly available and widely used across various public sectors in San Diego County.

Webster Norton actively equips bartenders and servers with naloxone and fentanyl test strips, transforming them into de facto first responders to the opioid crisis.

Boone McCrary tragically lost his life while attempting to rescue a stranded man during Hurricane Helene's devastating floods.

A driver tragically died after his car was engulfed by floodwaters in Guerneville, California, following heavy rainfall from an atmospheric river.