Blog - MnFIRE - Minnesota Firefighter Initiative

The 2025 MnFORE Golf Tournament presented by Schmidt & Salita Law Team was a hot and memorable day...

By Rochelle Hawthorne, MPNA, MS, LPC, FF/EMT-P, MnFIRE Peer Support Program Director Sometimes when you are having a...

Published in partnership with MnFIRE partner, Optum When it comes to mental health concerns, many people, including firefighters,...

The Minnesota Firefighter Initiative (MnFIRE) is excited to welcome incoming officers to our Board of Directors. These changes...

Published in partnership with MnFIRE partner, Optum If someone asked you to describe the person you know best,...

Contributed by Nicholas E. Blonien, D.O. Firefighting is a high-stress job, and for many, alcohol can be an...

Responding to high-stress emergencies on a regular basis can take a toll on firefighters, especially over the course...

Contributed by MnFIRE partner, Optum Practicing mindful living is a great way to support your mental health and...

Contributed by Nicholas E. Blonien, D.O. April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, which is particularly important for men...

Published in partnership with MnFIRE partner, Optum Firefighters operate in high-pressure environments where every decision counts. With human...