Strong bodies start with strong fuel. 💪🍽️
In honor of #NationalNutritionMonth, consider our fitness & nutrition training – a firefighter-focused class covering the basics of building a functional fitness routine and the importance of nourishing your body. Always no-cost, and always worth it. mnfireinitiative.com/training/
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Firefighters face several health risks at a greater rate than the general population, but with yearly checkups, you can stay ahead of them, keeping you stronger while serving and healthier in retirement. A one-hour check once a year can add years to your ability to serve – and your life. MnFIRE Medical Director Dr. Zeke J McKinney shares more about the importance of annual physicals in our latest blog:
Why firefighters need an annual physical - MnFIRE - Minnesota Firefighter Initiative
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Every firefighter should get an annual physical to stay ahead of occupational health risks, and better health on duty and in retirement.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Stacy-Lent firefighter Eric Coen felt immense stress when he was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2024. As a volunteer firefighter – like 97% of firefighters in Minnesota – Coen didn’t have access to any health or wellness benefits through his department.
But thankfully, Coen learned about MnFIRE's up-to-$20,000 critical illness benefit through a Hometown Heroes Assistance Program flyer displayed at his fire department. He says applying for it was the easiest part of his cancer journey.
Read more of Eric's story in our latest blog:
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Critical illness benefit provided relief for volunteer firefighter Eric Coen while he went through throat cancer treatment.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today, we're thinking about hearts – and not just because it's Valentine's Day. We're thinking about firefighter hearts.🫀
MnFIRE offers a no-cost training specifically focused on cardiac health, and we want to bring it to your department. Show your heart some love by scheduling a training today: mnfireinitiative.com/training/
#AmericanHeartMonth
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Thank you to Aitkin Independent Age and Mille Lacs Messenger for featuring our Firefighter Health Forum! We're still reminiscing on the memorable January weekend at Grand Casino Mille Lacs, bringing together Minnesota's fire service community to focus on health and wellness. Read more about the forum:
Firefighter Health Forum returned to Onamia
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The 2026 Firefighter Health Forum was back in Onamia Jan. 23-24 and brought together Minnesota’s fire service at Grand Casino Mille Lacs for conversations about firefighter health and wellness. The0 CommentsComment on Facebook
