Articles

MWi diligently sources expert content and curates compelling weekly articles. This process takes into account a range of factors, including member surveys, community feedback, seasonal trends, health observances, and annual programs.

Sleep

Better Sleep Month: A Critical Focus for the Military Community

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Reading time:  6 Minutes MWi Hack: Poor sleep in the military community creates a ripple effect that impacts not just service members and Veterans, but…

Supporting the Military Community’s Rest and Recovery

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Reading time:  7 Minutes MWi Hack: Quality sleep impacts mental and physical health significantly for Veterans and military personnel, so National Sleep Awareness Week provides…

Understanding the Sleep-Cancer Connection

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Reading time:  6 Minutes MWi Hack: Having quality sleep is crucial for cancer prevention and recovery, especially for Veterans and military members who face unique…

Eat

Mental Health Awareness Month: Supporting the Military Community’s Invisible Battles

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Reading time:  6 Minutes MWi Hack:  Mental Health Awareness Month spotlights the interconnected well-being of military service members, Veterans, and their support networks, recognizing that…

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week: Impact on Military and Veteran Communities

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Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack:  Create a "battle buddy" system for recovery where Veterans partner with each other for accountability and support during substance…

Thyroid Awareness Month

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Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack:  January is Thyroid Awareness Month, highlighting how this butterfly-shaped gland affects 20 million Americans through disorders that impact metabolism,…

Move

Women’s Health Week: Supporting Female Veterans and All Women’s Wellbeing

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Reading time: 6 Minutes MWi Hack: Supporting women's health during National Women's Health Week means recognizing the unique needs of female Veterans while building inclusive fitness…

Supporting Veterans During National Limb Loss Awareness Month

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Reading time: 5 Minutes MWi Hack: National Limb Loss Awareness Month highlights the 2.7 million Americans living with limb loss, including 1.8 million Veterans, and emphasizes…

Building Exercise Habits for Weight Management

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Reading time: 6 Minutes MWi Hack: Military and Veterans can combat obesity by establishing consistent exercise routines, leveraging their disciplined training background, and building strong support…

Relate

Military Spouse Appreciation Day: Honoring the Unsung Heroes

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Reading time:  6 Minutes MWi Hack:  Military spouses power America's defense from the shadows, relocating frequently and shouldering family burdens alone during deployments, yet their…

Supporting Our Military Children: A Family-Centered Community Approach

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Reading time:  7 Minutes MWi Hack:  Communities support military children by providing age-appropriate resources, strengthening family units, and addressing challenges beyond frequent relocations—from deployment anxiety…

National Public Health Week

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Reading time:  6 Minutes MWi Hack:  National Public Health Week celebrates how communities empower Veteran health through coordinated efforts from military branches, nonprofits, and healthcare…