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Who are the 'street medics' showing up at protests around the world?

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Briefings

Street medics are individuals providing first aid at global protests, a practice that has grown significantly since the 2010s. Evidence indicates these workers began appearing in large numbers around 2015, though specific origins remain unclear. The term 'street medic' is used to describe volunteers or professionals treating injuries like tear gas exposure and minor wounds during demonstrations.

Key points

• Street medics provide first aid including treating tear gas exposure and minor injuries at protests worldwide.
• The practice of street medics became increasingly common starting around 2015, though the exact origin is unknown.

Context

Street medics are volunteers or professionals providing first aid at protests worldwide, a practice that has grown significantly since the 2010s. The term 'street medic' is used to describe these workers, though their specific origins remain unclear.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to general observations of street medics at protests; specific dates, locations, or names are not provided. The article does not supply additional background on the history or causes of this trend.

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