Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine Unit Five (NEPMU-5)

In alignment with the President’s order and DoD priorities, NEPMU FIVE will be assessing and removing social media content as directed by DoD Instruction 5400.17, “Official Use of Social Media for Public Affairs Purposes.”

Content is being reviewed and removed to align with the President’s executive orders and DoD priorities in accordance with DoD instruction 5400.17, “Official Use of Social Media for Public Affairs Purposes.”

Nutrition is your secret weapon for being leatherneck strong. To build endurance, strength, and speed for the CFT you need the right fuel. Stay hydrated, eat a balanced diet, and ensure you're getting enough protein to rebuild muscle after tough workouts.

👉 https://www.hprc-online.org/nutrition/warfighter-nutrition-guide

HPRC - Human Performance Resources by CHAMP U.S. Marine Corps

A (TBI) may be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or penetrating injury to the head.

Don’t let TBI keep you from doing what you love. Be smart while enjoying the great outdoors and reduce your risk of .
- Wear a helmet or appropriate headgear when playing sports, skiing, and snowboarding
- Stick to areas and activities at your skill level
- Even if wearing a helmet, seek immediate medical attention after a fall or hit to the head

Add “prevent chronic illnesses” to your 2025 goals ✍🏼

60% of U.S. adults have a chronic illness & 40% have 2 or more.

Help yourself from developing these conditions by adding healthy lifestyle changes to your daily routine⤵️
- Eat healthy
- Get & stay active
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Quit to***co
- Get rest

Learn about the other healthy lifestyle changes you can add to your routine: https://warfighterwellness.org/preventing-chronic-illness/

Make your family proud & make it your mission this year to quit to***co for good👊🏼🚭

Check out how you can build a quit plan: https://warfighterwellness.org/how-to-build-a-quit-plan/

Happy New Year! 🎆

Is one of your 2025 goals to move more? Try out one or some of these activities & see which one you can add to your daily routine💪🏼 

We want to cheer you on! Let us know which healthy habit you’ll be adding to start off your year strong⏬

The holiday season can be hard for some people. If feelings of sadness start to interfere with your daily life, it could be a sign of depression.

Get support from VA: MentalHealth.va.gov/depression/index.asp

Have you made your New Year’s Resolution yet?

Your body would love for you to adopt healthier eating habits.

Incorporating or including lean protein, non-starchy vegetables, whole grains, water, and unsweetened beverages into your diet can help keep you healthier and happier. https://www.fda.gov/consumers/minority-health-and-health-equity-resources/heart-disease

The holiday season can be difficult to navigate if you're suffering the loss of a loved one, or are feeling depressed yourself. Text 988 or chat with us online at 988lifeline.org. You're not alone. 💙

🦃 Thanksgiving dinner safety practices❗

Whether you're starting your preparations today or early tomorrow morning, make sure to follow these tips:
▪️ Keep children & pets away from stove/kitchen area
▪️ Don't use turkey fryers in garages or on wooden decks
▪️ Check smoke alarms
▪️ Move things that can burn from the stove
▪️ Watch what you're cooking!