Examining alcohol use among emergency medical service providers
Looking through the bottle: Exploring alcohol use among emergency medical service providers
This study looks at how often emergency medical service workers drink alcohol, especially since their job can be really stressful, and it aims to find ways to help them stay healthy and cope better with their experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ndri-USA, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10883605 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the patterns of alcohol consumption among emergency medical service (EMS) providers, who often face high-stress situations and traumatic experiences in their line of work. By employing a multi-method approach, the study aims to uncover the prevalence and impact of alcohol use within this critical workforce. The findings will help inform the development of targeted health and wellness programs to support EMS providers in managing their health and well-being. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for improving both the quality of care they provide and their own health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are current emergency medical service providers who may be experiencing stress-related challenges and are involved in alcohol consumption.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in emergency medical services or do not consume alcohol may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health and wellness programs for EMS providers, ultimately enhancing their quality of life and job performance.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been some research on alcohol use in high-stress professions, this specific focus on EMS providers is relatively novel and underexplored.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Ndri-USA, INC. — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Koeppel, Maria — Ndri-USA, INC.
- Study coordinator: Koeppel, Maria
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.