Cop & Paramedic Talk PTSD

10-5 - The Official Podcast of the OPP Association

OPP Rainy River District Sergeant Ann McEwen (Fort Frances, Ontario) is the guest host of 10-5 The Official Podcast of the OPP Association for Episode 91, and interviews Thunder Bay Paramedic Pat Dixon about PTSD. A number of issues are discussed including the evolution of how employers deal with mental health challenges in the first responder community, the barriers for many to reach out out for help, and many tips and tricks to assist in recovery to live a fulfilled life.

The OPP Association offers 24/7 support to members and their families through the Encompas Mental Health Wellness Program by calling 1-866-794-9117 or online at EncompasCare.ca.

This episode of the 10-5 podcast is produced and hosted by Scott Mills and Emily Brown.

Music – “Line of Fire” by Jason Shaw available at Audionautix.com and used under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

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