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What Does Science Tell Us?

Did you know that the life expectancy of an officer is 20 years less than that of his or her civilian counterparts? This data was published in the last few years. Dr. Jonathan Sheinberg looks at the problem through a different lens. Dr. Sheinberg, Medical Director of Central Texas Regional SWAT, a lieutenant at the Cedar Park, Texas Police Department, and Special Deputy, U.S. Marshals Service, joins Chief John Bouthillette, a lead instructor with the VALOR Program, to discuss the steps that can be taken to prevent heart-related illnesses and deaths in law enforcement.

Type: Podcast

Length: 25 minutes

Publication Date: March 2020

Agencies: VALOR Officer Safety and Wellness Program

Authors: Dr. Jon Sheinberg

Topics: Wellness