FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rockland Paramedic Services Celebrates EMS Week 2025 Honoring the Lifesaving Work of Local EMS Professionals | May 18–24, 2025 Rockland Paramedic Services proudly joins the nationwide celebration of EMS Week, taking place May 18–24, 2025, to recognize and honor the dedicated paramedics, EMTs, and support staff who serve on the frontlines of emergency medical […]
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Understanding Panic Attacks: Signs, Strategies, and Support
Panic attacks can be overwhelming, especially when they occur unexpectedly. In this post, we’ll explain what a panic attack is, outline common signs and symptoms, and offer practical steps to help de-escalate an episode. Recognizing the Signs A panic attack is a sudden, intense surge of fear or anxiety, even when no real danger is […]
What Does a Mental Health Crisis Look Like?
Mental health challenges can show up in many ways — and not all of them are obvious. In fact, many people in crisis appear quiet, distant, or simply “off.” But whether it’s subtle or severe, a mental health crisis is any situation where a person’s mental state puts them or others at risk of harm, […]
Celebrating the Heroes Behind the Radio
Every day, our paramedics respond to life-threatening situations, providing vital care to those in need. But behind every emergency response, there’s another group of heroes ensuring our first responders are where they need to be: Public Safety Telecommunicators. Telecommunicators are often the first point of contact for individuals in crisis. They are the calm, steady […]