Editing Paramedic (section)

=== Health risks and monitoring ===
The long-term health risks that need to be observed by the paramedics are [[Post-traumatic stress disorder|Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)]], [[Cardiovascular disease|cardiovascular diseases (CVDs)]], and [[cancer]] risk. There are a variety of challenges paramedics encounter, including [[Post-traumatic stress disorder|PTSD]], which should provide a compelling reason to implement preventive mental health measures within this profession.<ref name=":3" /> Moreover, there is an extra risk for CVDs because of the heaviness of emergency response operations. There is a need to emphasize cancer risk and the importance of constant exploration and individualized prevention patterns. Besides, there is the cumulative effect of fatigue, violence, and trauma on the health of paramedics. As a result, there is a need for systematic monitoring and preventive measures in health among paramedics.<ref>{{Cite journal |last1=Kearney |first1=Jason |last2=Muir |first2=Carlyn |last3=Smith |first3=Karen |last4=Meadley |first4=Ben |date=September 2023 |title=Exploring factors associated with paramedic work-related psychological injury through data linkage |url=https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsr.2023.05.012 |journal=Journal of Safety Research |volume=86 |pages=213–225 |doi=10.1016/j.jsr.2023.05.012 |pmid=37718050 |issn=0022-4375}}</ref> It is necessary to study long-term health risks for paramedics and apply a prophylactic approach to maintaining the health state of healthcare professionals.<ref name=":12" />