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May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God." Ephesians 3:19

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  • After the Sirens Fade

    By Chastity Elgin, inspired by the work of Dr. Orlando Rivera What happens when the sirens stop? When the radios fall silent and the uniform is no longer part of your daily routine? The uniforms won’t be the only thing left taking up space in your house. While you can get rid of the uniforms,… Read more

  • Paramedics and Mental Health: A Critical Discussion

    I’ve been a paramedic in Mississippi since 2014. I’ve seen a lot in those years—accidents, heart attacks, overdoses. I’ve handled death, comforted families, and kept moving forward because that’s what we’re trained to do. You learn to compartmentalize the chaos. You build a shell. But in 2019, when COVID-19 arrived, nothing could have prepared me… Read more

  • PTSD and EMS

    The nature of the work that EMS clinicians do—regularly facing high-stress, life-and-death situations, witnessing trauma, and working long, irregular hours—significantly contributes to mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The cumulative impact of these stressors also makes them more susceptible to burnout and increases the risk of suicide compared to the general population.… Read more