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SUMMARY:NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY
DESCRIPTION:National First Responders Day is celebrated on October 28th to honor the men and women who are the first to respond to emergencies. This includes firefighters\, police\, emergency medical technicians (EMTs)\, paramedics\, and 911 operators. The day is also a time to recognize first responders in your life\, pay tribute to those who have died in the line of duty\, and support programs that improve services for first responders. \n#NationalFirstRespondersDay \nFirst responders dedicate their lives to save lives. They are the people who run toward a crisis while the rest of the world flees. According to the Department of Homeland Security\, 4.6 million career and volunteer first responders support the communities where they live. They are firefighters\, police\, emergency medical technicians (EMT)\, paramedics\, and 911 operators. In an emergency\, they’re the first on the scene. These dedicated professionals answer the call when a crisis arises\, often putting their own lives on the line. \nServing as a national day of gratitude\, we pay tribute to their endless hours and around the clock service provided to their communities. As one of the most dangerous jobs in the country\, the day also pays tribute to the fallen first responders. According to the CDC\, 97 firefighters and 155 police officers die each year in the line of duty. Additionally\, their rate of occupational injury is higher than the national average. Often\, the very people saving lives are our neighbors\, friends and family members. And their families know the price they pay for their dedication to the job. \nAnd even though they are an integral part of our communities\, their sacrifices go beyond the hours they work. They face high stress\, often daily. The trauma they see wears on them both mentally and physically. Many experience Post Traumatic Stress. Long periods away from family add stress to their relationships\, too. \nNational First Responders Day is also a call for action. First responders deserve our support. Through resources and awareness\, first responders can live healthier more productive lives and pass their knowledge and skills on to the next generation of first responders\, too. \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY \nThe day provides you with an opportunity to recognize a first responder in your life. You might be surprised at how many you know. If their service is voluntary\, you may only know about their day job. Offer to treat them to their favorite beverage or buy their next meal. Be supportive of their family\, too. More importantly\, support programs that improve services to first responders. Connect with a first responder who came to your rescue and thank them. Let them know you appreciate their dedication and sacrifice. \nShare your appreciation on social media using #NationalFirstRespondersDay. \nNATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY HISTORY \nIn 2019\, the United States Senate passed a resolution designating October 28th as National First Responders Day to honor the men and women putting their lives on the line. Additionally\, many states have proclaimed October 28th as National First Responders Day and others recognize the observance on different dates throughout the year.
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