MnFIRE Blog

Striving for better sleep on call and at home

Contributed by Nicholas E. Blonien, D.O. Getting quality sleep at the firehouse or when you’re on call is...
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Prioritizing a healthy lifestyle to reduce cancer risk

Contributed by Nicholas E. Blonien, D.O. We started the year with Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month – an important...
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Get a glimmer of calm, peace and joy

Contributed by MnFIRE partner, Optum Most of us are aware of how “triggers” can bring negative emotions and...
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2025 Firefighter Health Forum: Learning, movement and resources for attendees

The Minnesota fire service community recently gathered at Grand Casino Mille Lacs in Onamia for a full day...
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Minneapolis firefighter is a skeptic turned believer after using the MnFIRE Assistance Program

When Jeff Rosener walked out the door after meeting with a mental health counselor for the first time,...
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The health benefits of nature

Contributed by Nicholas E. Blonien, D.O. The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) lists six key pillars to...
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A Safety Net: MnFIRE Resources Support Chief’s Cancer Battle

35 years ago, Kip Springer planned to become a police officer. In hopes of gaining work experience while...
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MnFIRE receives “Transforming Attitudes Award” from NAMI Minnesota

NAMI Minnesota presented the Minnesota Firefighter Initiative (MnFIRE) with the “Transforming Attitudes Award” at its annual conference on...
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Meet MnFIRE Peer Supporter Andrea Kerfeld

Sauk Centre firefighter and EMT Andrea Kerfeld has been in the fire service for 15 years and is...
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Fighting Holiday Stress: Tips for Firefighters

For many, the holidays are a time of togetherness and celebration. Yet for firefighters, the season often brings...
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