Treatment & Healthcare
Treatment & Healthcare are complex issues for cops as well as criminals. After an officer-involved shooting, a cop must be treated for mental, emotional and physical injuries. The same goes for criminals who have been injured.
Guidance for knowing when everyday stressors become something bigger, something that requires professional help
After a traumatic brain injury, I used mindfulness, meditation and breathing techniques to heal…and it helped create a more focused me
There are three common elements that can drive the best outcomes
Under current state law, line-of-duty death benefits do not include COVID-19
Officer Rick Hirshey “still has a long recovery period,” police said
Officer Tyler Moldovan’s family says the officer is making strides in his motor capabilities
A2886 cleared the Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee after advocates for the measure argued that it’s a matter of life and death for their coworkers
“I’ve been an athlete my entire life,” said Alexa Jacobs, 27. “I didn’t think that would happen”
Officer Ryan Allen has been incapacitated since he suffered a heart attack and brain injury following a bee sting
The bravest moment in this U.S. Marine veteran and LEO’s life was when he asked for help
Chief Luther Reynolds says the experienced has reinforced his commitment to policing and serving others
A new bill aims to make it easier for families of loved ones to access line-of-duty benefits
Officer Colin Ledbetter continues to impress
The number of officers labeled “injured on duty” has more than doubled since 2017, a report found
Commissioner Danielle Outlaw said it’s a “slap in the face” to cops who report to work every day
Manuel Soto, 22, became the sixth NYPD officer shot this year, just days after the fatal ambush of Officers Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora
Officer Colin Ledbetter is now off a ventilator, but has a long road to recovery
Capt. Ersie Joyner is physically whole, but some wounds take longer to heal
Det. Dominick Libretti is credited with valiantly protecting his colleagues
The third officer remains in stable condition
Officer Colin Ledbetter “still has a long way to go,” his father said Thursday. A second officer was shot in the leg
The proposal would offer mental wellness days and other incentives for vaccinated officers
Officer Wilbert Mora’s prognosis is “literally 50-50 right now,” a colleague said
Along with a new vendor for their bleeding program, the American College of Surgeons also debuted its branded C-A-T, a “true self-applied, one-handed tourniquet”
The officers were executing a search warrant when they suddenly found themselves under fire
“I hope the program saves lives,” said Chief Timothy Bremigen, a 27-year career officer
“When no one thought he would, he opened his eyes. We hold onto our faith that Tyler will continue to make progress,” said Chelsea Moldovan
After two years, Officer Jackie Ravelo finally got to meet the girl she saved
“I have an oxygen tank with me 24/7 and I need assistance with everything,” said Lt. Yvan Pierre Louis
Officer Jose Huerta became the latest Chicago cop to die of complications from COVID-19
Officer Thomas Alexander and Sgt. William Gaspari have more in common than just their profession
The union claims so many cops have filed requests that it can’t keep up with the avalanche of applications
Officers face many health risks, from the impact of stress on cardiovascular health to lacking the leadership support needed to build resilient cops