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Download a monthly computer desktop wallpaper calendar to participate in health awareness campaigns and share pride in the military health system. Select and download individual original size images.  Or, follow download links to get the entire set of photos, with or without calendars.  To install your screen background, follow your device's details for changing system preferences and set the selected photo as background image or wallpaper.  

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JANUARY Healthy Lifestyles

Leading a healthy lifestyle, physically, mentally, socially and spiritually, plays an important role in the overall preparedness of our nation's warriors. In addition to a fit, healthy and protected force, MHS is dedicated to the health and resilience of individuals and families throughout the military community.

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FEBRUARY Heart Health

Heart disease usually begins with coronary artery disease, which may lead to chest pains, irregular heartbeats, heart attacks or heart failure. The key to reducing the risk of heart disease and maintain a healthy heart  is to manage certain risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity and diabetes. Another risk factor is tobacco usage—both smoking and smokeless tobacco. 

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MARCH Brain Injury Awareness

Throughout DoD significant strides are being made in areas of education, prevention and delivery of health care to people with traumatic brain injury (TBI) across the services. The Military Health System is dedicated to continuing to advance the research and understanding of brain injuries and ensure the best care and resources for those who suffer from them.

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APRIL Military Child

The month of the military child campaign recognizes the important role military children play in the armed forces community.  It is an opportunity to recognize the sacrifices military children and youth have made and to acknowledge their character, courage and resilience.  The DoD partners with outside organizations to address the needs of military families and children worldwide.

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MAY Mental Health Awareness

Military life can be challenging for servicemembers and their families. Frequent deployments, moves and families separated for extended periods of time can possibly trigger or worsen some mental or behavioral health conditions. Military leaders recognize the need for addressing behavioral health care issues for men and women in uniform, their families and retirees.  If you feel as though you or a close family member needs help right now, don't wait until the situation worsens; help is available 24/7.

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JUNE Men’s Health Awareness

To be a good warrior, husband or father one needs to stay strong, which means staying healthy. The campaign to highlight men's health issues aims to raise awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of diseases. Part of being aware is looking at the impact of lifestyle choices on health, such as diet habits, smoking and alcohol use.

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JULY Total Force Fitness

Total Force Fitness (TFF) is a framework for building and maintaining health, readiness and performance in the Department of Defense (DoD).  The TFF concept redefines the notion of readiness for servicemembers by taking a more holistic approach to the overall well-being of the warrior and recognizing that optimal performance requires a connection between mind, body, spirit, and family relationships. 

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AUGUST Immunization Awareness

Vaccines are important tools that help protect individual health and the overall health of a population. Vaccines help eradicate some diseases and mitigate the effects of others, like influenza. By working with the body's natural defenses, vaccines reduce the risk of infection and help safely develop immunity to disease.

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SEPTEMBER Suicide Prevention

Everyone reacts to stress and traumatic experiences differently, and some may feel angry or isolated while dealing with difficult circumstances. These reactions can be common responses to life events. However, for some, these feelings may be signs of more serious conditions, including depression, traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder.  Fortunately, tools for resilience and recovery including tools for the prevention of suicide are available for those coping with these concerns.

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OCTOBER Women’s Health Awareness

Women's health is an important part of the overall wellness of the defense community. While women and men have many of the same health issues, women may be affected differently than men. In addition, there are some conditions which are unique to women. Familiarity with women's health issues, regular screenings and prevention are keys to maintaining good health.

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NOVEMBER Military Medical Technology

Everyday technology improves the way we live. Military medical technological innovations have included the development of advanced prosthetics, screen readers to help the visually impaired and mobile electronic health records.  The MHS remains at the forefront of researching, developing and adapting medical devices and technologies to support our servicemembers and their families, ensuring the highest quality care at all times.

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DECEMBER Global Health Engagement

The global health engagement campaign recognizes the year-round efforts that assist in the delivery of quality health care in cities, villages and remote regions that span the globe. The MHS carries out its work in partnership with federal agencies, allied governments and international organizations in responding to the scene of disasters, providing direct health care in underdeveloped nations, mentoring host country military medical personnel, rebuilding critical health infrastructure and supporting research to fight disease.

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