Tegan Mansouri, a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University at Buffalo and registered dietitian, led an eye-opening study titled Eating Patterns Among EMS Providers in the United States: A Qualitative Interview Study (published in Nutrients in 2022). Her research not only highlights the challenges faced by EMS professionals in maintaining healthy eating patterns but also underscores the need for systemic solutions to improve their overall well-being.
Understanding the Research
The study centered around interviews with 40 EMS providers from diverse settings across the United States, including urban, rural, and backcountry locations, working shifts that spanned from 8-hour schedules to grueling back-to-back 24-hour shifts. These interviews unearthed recurring themes tying eating behaviors to factors such as extreme fatigue, workplace stress, and limited access to nutritious food options due to unpredictable schedules.
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Reference:
Mansouri, T., Ghanatios, G., Hatzinger, L., Barich, R., Dampha, E., Temple, J.L., Clemency, B.M. and Hostler, D., (2022). Eating patterns among emergency medical service providers in the united states: a qualitative interview study. Nutrients, 14(22), p.4884.
