Fitness & Health
From grappling to weapon retention, this year’s “What Cops Want” survey responses reveal what skills officers say are missing and how training programs can evolve
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Even if you can’t travel out of town for a vacation, you can still make the most of your time off; here are some tips to help responders enjoy a staycation right at home
Mental Health
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte vetoed a bill for first responders, citing concerns about fairness and legal issues raised by business and insurance groups
CrossFit-trained officers will feel right at home — except now the workout of the day includes targets and tactical gear
Operation Freedom Paws helps cops manage PTSD and reduce stress with trained dogs — here’s how your agency can implement a program
Lt. Eric Burgett shares how he stayed on the job after a life-changing diagnosis — offering officers guidance on treatment, ADA protections and workplace accommodations
A Florida PD now requires supervisors to visit cops who call out sick — a policy aimed at preventing abuse and protecting officer safety, but one that could erode morale and trust
This Father’s Day, a neurosurgical ICU nurse and her police officer dad open up about the emotional toll of their jobs — and the strength found in vulnerability and connection
“Blah Blah Blah … Something Wellness” cuts through check-the-box programs with honest conversations, real tools and support that resonates with cops
More than 2,700 first responders are set to compete in 38+ events, from basketball to CrossFit
Celebrate holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts cops will love
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- Survey: National study on burnout in law enforcement now open
- Calif. billionaire creates San Francisco PD charity, donates $1M for officer wellness initiatives