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The Cali Volunteer Fire Department (BCBVC) received important recognition from the District Health Secretariat of Santiago de Cali, within the framework of the intersectoral meeting “Weaving Environment-to Mental Health”, held on November 22, 2024 During this event, the work of the psychological assistance program led by Firefighter Yesid Castelar, a graduate in emergency psychology, was highlighted, which has been key to the emotional well-being of the firefighters and paramedics of the city. city.
In the midst of the multiple emergencies they face daily, such as fires, rescues and childbirth care, Cali Firefighters and Paramedics must not only have exceptional operational skills, but also robust mental health to manage the high level of stress at work. that are exposed. The extreme situations they experience can cause various emotional reactions, such as aggression or depression, which is why it is essential to have adequate psychological management.
The psychological assistance program has been essential to serve both firefighters, who are affected by the pain of others, and community members who benefit from their services. Thanks to the work of Firefighter Castelar and his team, the members of the Cali Volunteer Fire Department have received the necessary tools to face adverse situations with greater resilience and emotional balance.
The recognition received at this event not only highlights the importance of mental health in emergency services, but also reaffirms the leadership and evolution of this institution, which throughout its 97 years of existence has gone beyond its work. traditional firefighting, training its members in various fields such as animal rescue, bee control and the application of psychology in crisis situations.
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2024-11-26 03:40:00
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