IAFF Local I-60

IAFF Local I-60 Emergency Medical Professionals on Southwest Ambulance 184 C Shift along with the crew of Goodyear FD LT181 C Shift delivered a baby boy in the back of their ambulance while transporting to the hospital. Job well done to everyone involved!

Paramedic Jimmy Hughes (left) and Emergency Medical Technician Charles Adams (right).

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It's time to check in with your brothers and sisters within public safety.

Su***de Warning Signs:
•Appearing depressed or sad most of the time.(Untreated depression is the number one cause for su***de.
•Talking or writing about death or su***de.
•Withdrawing from family and friends.
•Feeling hopeless.
•Feeling helpless.
•Feeling strong anger or rage.
•Feeling trapped -- like there is no way out of a situation.
•Experiencing dramatic mood changes.
•Abusing drugs or alcohol.
•Exhibiting a change in personality.
•Acting impulsively.
•Losing interest in most activities.
•Experiencing a change in sleeping habits.
•Experiencing a change in eating habits.
•Losing interest in most activities.
•Performing poorly at work or in school.
•Giving away prized possessions.
•Writing a will.
•Feeling excessive guilt or shame.
•Acting recklessly.

It should be noted that some people who die by su***de do not show any su***de warning signs.
But about 75 percent of those who die by su***de do exhibit some su***de warning signs, so we need to be aware of what the su***de warning signs are and try to spot them in people. If we do see someone exhibiting su***de warning signs, we need to do everything that we can to help them.
If you or someone you know exhibits several of the su***de warning signs listed above, immediate action is required. Always take su***de warning signs seriously.

If You Think Someone Is Considering Su***de:
•Trust your instincts that the person may be in trouble
•Talk with the person about your concerns. Communication needs to include LISTENING
•Ask direct questions without being judgmental. Determine if the person has a specific plan to carry out the su***de. The more detailed the plan, the greater the risk
•Get professional help, even if the person resists
•Do not leave the person alone
•Do not swear to secrecy
•Do not act shocked or judgmental
•Do not counsel the person yourself

If it is an emergency, call 911.

More resources:
* National su***de prevention lifeline: 800.273.8255
* Veterans Crisis Line: 800.273.8255, press “1”; text 838255
* Crisis Text Line: text START to 741-741