Officers can now test their level of cardiac risk through this affordable program Studies show diet and exercise alone may not be enough to prevent heart disease _____ Written By: Police1 BrandFocus Staff Photo of actual patient shown Law enforcement officers choose their career paths for many reasons. Some want to serve their community whileRead more
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Officers can now test their level of cardiac risk through this affordable program A simple blood test promises to be a more reliable predictor of risk _____ Written By: Laura Neitzel Law enforcement officers experience an average life expectancy that’s 22 years shorter than the general public. So, why do law enforcement officers have anRead more
Addressing the critical issues of cardiac health for police officers _____ Access this on-demand webinar by completing the “Watch this Police1 on-demand webinar” box on this page! Law enforcement officers’ average life expectancy is 22 years shorter than the general public. The number one killer of officers is cardiovascular disease. Sigma Tactical Wellness hasRead more
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of LEOs – here’s how to protect yourself. Officers concerned about their health and well-being can now turn to this evaluation program for help. _____ Written By: Courtney Levin / Police1 BrandFocus Staff Photo of actual patient shown Many consider law enforcement to be one of the most dangerous professionsRead more
Irregular Hours Police officers and other members of law enforcement don’t have the luxury of only working from 9 to 5. Over the years, working long, irregular hours certainly takes its toll. According to a professional study done by National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, police officers are four times more likely to sleepRead more
Your Results and How They Impact Your Health Frequently we have our officers reach back out to us with questions about their lab numbers and how to interpret them. “I wish I could remember what they said about that thing that was bad on my lab data…” We hear it all the time. With thatRead more
Law enforcement professionals and first responders are at an increased risk when it comes to heart attacks and other cardiovascular issues. According to the Harvard School of Public Health, police officers face up to a 70% higher risk of heart attack while in stressful situations than the rest of the population. The same study foundRead more
One of the best first steps in creating an effective health and fitness plan is undergoing Metabolic Screening. This personalized scientific testing is an essential part of changing your BMI and improving your overall health. What is Metabolic Screening? This data recovered from your metabolic screening reveals your individual resting metabolic rate, which isRead more
There are a multitude of studies that reveal that when members of law enforcement make significant changes in their mental and physical health, their quality of life is greatly impacted both on and off duty. An increase in health while on the job also leads to the reduction of cardiovascular diseases even post-career. Changing yourRead more
Police officers and members of law enforcement have one of the most physically and mentally demanding professions in existence. It is for this reason that the overall health of first responders is of the utmost importance. Improved mental and physical health not only ensures a reduction of work related injuries, but also has been provenRead more