VA will begin Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations this week at 128 additional sites.
On Dec. 18, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an Emergency Use Authorization of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, which is the second COVID-19 vaccine to be authorized.
“Having a second COVID-19 vaccine will enable us to reach more facilities and vaccinate more health care personnel and Veterans in additional parts of the country,” said VA Secretary Robert L. Wilkie. “We continue to implement our COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan and are grateful to be one step closer to seeing the end of this pandemic.”
Per Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations, VA will continue to vaccinate health care personnel, as well as community living center and spinal cord unit residents. As vaccine supplies increase, VA’s ultimate goal is to offer COVID-19 vaccinations to all Veterans and employees who want to be vaccinated.
113 VA Medical Centers (VAMCs) and outpatient clinics will receive limited Moderna COVID-19 vaccine supplies this week. They include:
Alabama
Central Alabama (Montgomery) VA Health Care System
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center
Alaska
Alaska (Anchorage) VA Health Care System
Arizona
Northern Arizona (Prescott) VA Health Care System
Southern Arizona (Tucson) VA Health Care System
Arkansas
Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks (Fayetteville)
Central Arkansas (North Little Rock) Veterans Health Care System
California
Central California (Fresno) VA Health Care System
Northern California (Mather) VA Health Care System
San Francisco VA Medical Center
Long Beach VA Health Care System
Loma Linda VA Health Care System
San Diego VA Health Care System
Colorado
Grand Junction VA Medical Center
Delaware
Wilmington VA Medical Center
Florida
Lee County VA Health Care Center
Jacksonville VA Outpatient Clinic
Sergeant Ernest I. “Boots” Thomas (Tallahassee) VA Outpatient Clinic
The Villages VA Outpatient Clinic
New Port Richey VA Outpatient Clinic
William V. Chappell, Jr. (Daytona Beach) VA Outpatient Clinic
William “Bill” Kling (Sunrise) VA Outpatient Clinic
South Hillsborough (Riverview) VA Outpatient Clinic
Viera VA Outpatient Clinic
Georgia
Atlanta VA Medical Center
Carl Vinson (Dublin) VA Medical Center
Hawaii
Pacific Islands (Honolulu) VA Health Care System
Idaho
Boise VA Medical Center
Illinois
Capt. James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center (North Chicago)
Jesse Brown (Chicago) VA Medical Center
Iliana (Danville) VA Health Care System
Marion VA Medical Center
Indiana
Indianapolis VA Medical Center
Marion VA Medical Center
Iowa
Central Iowa (Des Moines) VA Health Care System
Iowa City VA Health Care System
Kansas
Dwight D. Eisenhower (Leavenworth) VA Medical Center
Colmery-O’Neil (Topeka) VA Medical Center
Robert J. Dole (Wichita) VA Medical Center
Kentucky
Louisville VA Medical Center
Louisiana
Alexandria (Pineville) VA Medical Center
Overton Brooks (Shreveport) VA Medical Center
Maine
Maine (Augusta) VA Health Care System
Massachusetts
Boston (Jamaica Plain) VA Health Care System
Northampton (Leeds) VA Medical Center
Michigan
Battle Creek VA Medical Center
Detroit VA Medical Center
Saginaw VA Medical Center
Iron Mountain VA Medical Center
Minnesota
St. Cloud VA Medical Center
Mississippi
G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery (Jackson) VA Medical Center
Gulf Coast (Biloxi) VA Health Care System
Missouri
Poplar Bluff VA Medical Center
Kansas City VA Medical Center
Montana
Montana (Fort Harrison) VA Health Care System
Nevada
Sierra Nevada (Reno) VA Health Care System
New Hampshire
Manchester VA Medical Center
New Jersey
Lyons VA Medical Center
New York
James J. Peters Bronx VA Medical Center
Canandaigua VA Medical Center
Syracuse VA Medical Center
Albany VA Medical Center
Castle Point (Wappingers Falls) VA Medical Center
Northport VA Medical Center
North Carolina
Asheville VA Medical Center
South Charlotte VA Health Care Center
Fayetteville VA Medical Center
Raeford Road (Fayetteville) VA Outpatient Clinic
Greenville VA Health Care Center
Kernersville VA Health Care Center
Wilmington VA Health Care Center
North Dakota
Fargo VA Medical Center
Ohio
Chillicothe VA Medical Center
Cincinnati VA Medical Center
Dayton VA Medical Center
Columbus VA Ambulatory Care Center
Oklahoma
Eastern Oklahoma (Muskogee) VA Health Care System
Oregon
Roseburg VA Health Care System
Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center & Clinics (White City)
Pennsylvania
Altoona VA Medical Center
Butler VA Medical Center
Coatesville VA Medical Center
Erie VA Medical Center
Lebanon VA Medical Center
Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center
Puerto Rico
Mayaguez VA Outpatient Clinic
Euripides Rubio (Ponce) VA Outpatient Clinic
Rhode Island
Providence VA Medical Center
South Carolina
Charleston VA Medical Center
Columbia VA Medical Center
South Dakota
Sioux Falls VA Medical Center
Black Hills (Fort Meade) VA Health Care System
Tennessee
Tennessee Valley (Murfreesboro) VA Health Care System
Mountain Home VA Health Care System
Texas
Amarillo (West Amarillo) VA Health Care System
West Texas (Big Spring) VA Health Care System
Central Texas (Temple) VA Health Care System
Texas Valley Coastal (Harlingen) VA Health Care System
El Paso VA Health Care System
Utah
Salt Lake City VA Health Care System
Vermont
White River Junction VA Medical Center
Virginia
Hampton VA Medical Center
Salem VA Medical Center
Washington
Spokane VA Medical Center
Walla Walla VA Medical Center
West Virginia
Beckley VA Medical Center
Clarksburg VA Medical Center
Huntington VA Medical Center
Martinsburg VA Medical Center
Wisconsin
Madison VA Hospital
Tomah VA Medical Center
Wyoming
Cheyenne VA Medical Center
Sheridan VA Medical Center
Sites were identified based on need for the vaccine according to CDC’s 1a prioritization and after confirming they could appropriately store the vaccine at -20C. Since the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine remains stable in regular refrigeration, VA expects to distribute it to more facilities when supplies are available.
The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine was 94% effective in preventing COVID-19 disease, based on scientific data presented at FDA’s Vaccines and Related Biologics Advisory Committee on December 17. The vaccine is administered in two doses, 28 days apart. The side effects appear similar to those of other vaccines and are short-lived.
Thirty-seven medical centers began offering the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to eligible health care personnel and Veterans Dec 14. Additionally, VA is scheduled to receive another allocation of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine this week. Fifteen VA facilities plan to start administering the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine after they receive their allocations. They are:
Palo Alto (Livermore) VA Medical Center
Palo Alto (Menlo Park) VA Medical Center
Bay Pines (FL) VA Health Care System
Miami (FL) VA Health Care System
West Palm Beach (FL) VA Health Care System
James A. Haley (Tampa, FL) Veterans Hospital
North Florida/South Georgia (Gainesville, FL) Health Care System
Lake Baldwin (Orlando, FL) VA Outpatient Clinic
Lake City (FL) VA Medical Center
Perry Point (MD) VA Medical Center
St. Louis (Jefferson Barracks, MO) VA Health Care System
New York Harbor (Brooklyn Campus) Health Care System
Salisbury (NC) VA Medical Center
Kerrville (TX) VA Hospital
American Lake (Tacoma, WA) VA Medical Center
As vaccines become available, VA care teams will reach out to eligible Veterans to schedule vaccinations. There is no need to preregister or come to a facility to sign up.
Veterans can get up-to-date information and sign up to receive regular updates on VA’s COVID-19 vaccine webpage.
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When will I be able to receive the Covid 19 vaccine in Florida. I am a Viet Nam Vet and am 74+ years old. I register with the VA and have not been informed when this vaccine will be available to me. Thank you
Information about the vaccine is at https://www.va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/.
I’m 75, live in VA, where can I get the covid 19 vaccine?
Information about the vaccine is at https://www.va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/.
18 Jan 2021
Hello!! I am a 70 year old female Vietnam Era Veteran and live in Arlington, V.A. I would like to receive the double dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Is this being provided at the D.C. Veterans Hospital or nearby clinic? Maybe my question is answered in the above statements. Just in case it’s not, can you, please, advise as to the location of the nearest site? Thanks!!
Information about the vaccine is at https://www.va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/.
Just saying, no shot by VA till I am 85m or older but Publix and gated neighborhoods can get it of you are 65 or older. I am 69 yr old with COPD, Diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart issues. I asked the va why this is so and was told they work for the fed govt and not and not the public.
I know the list is available, have called into the site I would use but very slim on info
I am an 91 year old Korea veteran with Diabetes and high blood pressure. I live with my 89 1/2 year old female friend and have been with her for 15 years.. She has health problems too. We would like to know if she can be vaccinated too with me. We would like to go to a VA Clinic near us at Delray Beach. Fl. which is the VA facility I use for my every day needs.
Please respond. Thank you.
Alfred, visit https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp to view a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations.
How will the VA member be notified?
It is hard to imagine why D. C. did not receive the vaccine…then again, maybe it is not so hard.
You can view a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
This is really unreal…a state as large as MAINE with the great distances from thebVetsvto ONE location….this is a hardship which seems unnecessary
how about the the big Palo alto VA ? when will vacines arrive there?
For a full listing of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations, see here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
Do they know how it will interact with other drugs?
How are traveling vets being notified and how do they receive the vaccine? Will I have to travel to home state?
I am a type 2 diabetic, had 5 heart attacks and a quad bypass, Chronic Bronchitis, Afib and am overweight. I can wait my turn. Care givers, and high risk first. I have learned what is necessary and practice it. Everyone else should! WAIT YOUR TURN!
I understand your thinking and do agree with what you are saying. However, if the VA has the vaccine it is only good for so long. So instead of letting that vaccine go to waste and delaying the shot even longer for you and others, go ahead and get it if they will see you.
I will be waiting. The most serious first, then the rest of us.
I’m ready. Who do I see?
Sign me up!
Today is12-24-2020 just got this email how do we go about getting shot if they still have any.So I was in June of 1972-1976 do they just look up my service records.Thanks
What about the 250,000 veterans residing in or visiting the Philippines? Will we be getting the vaccine here?
You can view a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
I am 77 with type II diabetes, COPD, and am obese. Please put me on the list for vaccine asap.
I would like to be put on the list at Dorn VA Medical center in Columbia, SC. I am 74 yrs old.
Hi Steve, view the full listing of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp. We also recommend you sign up to stay informed about VHA’s COVID plans here or talk to your provider: https://www.va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/
I’m 89 years old and have Congestive Heart failure and 3rd stage Kidney Disease,and Others
I’m 89 and I have Congestive Heart Failure and 3rd Stage Kidney Disease, and more.
I took the first Shingrix shingles vaccine Nov 15,2020 &am scheduled for 2nd on Jan 20,2021-will that interfere with the covid vaccine when I am scheduled in the future or is there a time period between or does anyone know the answer for sure
When do you know its your turn? Should I call my center or will get a call?
How do I get an appointment? How do I register?
Didn’t see New Mexico on the list. Is that an error? Thank you
Cruz, you can view a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
I’m 82 years old and have several autoimmune diseases including Sjogren’s. I use the Dallas, TX, and Denton, TX, VA hospital and clinic but have heard nothing about COVID-19 Vaccinations from them?
When is Palo Alto VA going to start giving COVID shot to veterans over 75?
Jack, you should be able to view a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp. You can also sign up to stay informed about VHA’s COVID plans or talk to your provider: https://www.va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/
Both me and my wife are Veterans. She is 74 and I am 69. She hasn’t used her veterans card in some time – I have. I work as an Essential Employee in Federal Service. So when would we, if ever, get the access to the vaccine?
is there something wrong with the state of CT. we have a VA Hospital
Martin, you can view a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
As retired Air Force personal living in Suffolk, England, will we also get the vaccination in the near future or not?
Hopefully there will be instructions/information addressing vaccination priority groups, locations, times, sign up info, etc., forthcoming from each of the VA sites listed above to our veterans that they serve.
Hi John, full listing of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations can be found here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
how and when?
How do I register for the Covid vaccine. I am 93 and would get vaccinated at the Viera, Florida clinic.
Have been going to James Lovell VA ctr in N. chicago il for11 yrs. I have never had a problem with meds or appts Best staff all round. Respectfull and professional at all times. Thank You James Lovell VA>.
How do I register for the Covid vaccine? I am 93 years old, live in Brevard county, Florida and would get the vaccine at the Viera clinic.
VA Memphis is pretty old and needs their Hospital Wards updated; but the Doctors and Staff try to cope with what they have. I have had great care from the clinics. (Drs Waters, Farst and any that I have gone to. God Bless America and those that have suffered from these wars and injuries.
Semper Fi,
I noticed New Mexico is not on the list?
View a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
I am high risk due to age, BP, and asthma. Please sign me up for the vaccine.
Why is New Mexico left out of the initial vaccinations? There are many veterans here and a major VA Hospital.
You can view a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
I’m interested in why Nebraska is left out also? The nearest place from the large population centers Omaha and Lincoln would be a six hour round trip to Des Moines.
Randy, the full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations can be found here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
I am a 100% disabled vet. I would like to see the staff and healthcare workers at the VA receive the vaccine first. They are the ones that take care of all of us.
I would like to know the phone for my CARE TEAM number that handles immunization in Tucson, Az.,
how do i sign up for shot at lee county fl.
So when are those of us in San Antonio going to be able to get the vaccine?
You can view a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
MY WIFE GAIL AND I ARE 80 AND 81 YEARS OLD TODAY, DEC 24, 2020.
1. I have applied for Agent Orange Benefits, as I have a 100% blockage of the right coronary artery, Type 2 Diabetes and suffered a crippling Stroke on May 25, 2017. How is the Agent Orange Application progressing??
2. When will I be able to receive the covid19 vaccine – either at the Orange County or Long Beach facility?? Is my 80 year old wife also able to get vaccinated there??
Thanks for all the help that the VA has given me.
Cheers and Merry Christmas!
Scotty Seward, USAFA 1963
CAM RAHN BAY AFB, VIETNAM 1965 – 1966
Distinguished Flying Cross – Air Medal with 11 Oak Leaf Clusters – Vietnam Service Medal
I am 73 with heart disease (quad by-pass and valve replacement) and live in the Phoenix valley. I would appreciate being notified as soon as the vaccine is available to me. Thank you.
Why aren’t Connecticut, Maryland, Nebraska, and New Mexico Veterans going to get the vaccine?
New Mexico is the fifth largest state geographically. There are many minority (Native American and Hispanic) Veterans in New Mexico. There are 15 VA clinics throughout the state that serve Veterans, as well as the VA hospital in Albuquerque,.
Hi Marianne, visit https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp to view a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations.
Can I get a vaccination at any VA listed? I am away from my home VA.
why is the shot not being given at the las vegas VA hospital?
Tracy, visit https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp to view a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations.
I am 82. When can I go to a VA facility and get a vaccine shot?
when does the PaloAlto health care system get there Covid 19 vaccine? Livermore division
Let me know when I can get the shot and where I can get it . I have COPD , emphazima and a heart condition and high blood pressure and PTSD and would like to get the COVID vaccine ASAP !!
How do I get on the list to get a shot in my area Stuart Florida or West palm beach?
How does one find out more information concerning the Lee Co, Florida facility and its projected availability??
Tim F
I am writing to express deepest appreciation to the Providence VA Medical Center in Rhode Island for the care provided to me in November when I was stricken by the Covid pandemic. I entered early December, tested positive and was immediately assessed critically dehydrated, depleted of two critical enzymes, and admitted. The staff throughout, from the initial ‘bubble,’ ER and days in the Covid isolation ward was kind and caring. This Agent Orange exposed combat vet, not knowing he would see through his 71st year, was made safe and comforted. Knowing I had several pre-conditions, any of which would not provide hope for survival, I was blessed and with the care provided by the VA, I was saved.
All my thoughts and wishes are for the VA care providers whose attention was unwavering and undiminished by intense stress, physically and spiritually, that this pandemic has brought upon them in the execution of care they have endured for those overwhelmed before my arrival. I am so proud and thankful to all associated with the VA Medical Centers (VAMCs) and outpatient clinics. You are a blessing and in my eyes and heart will remain as loved as much as the band of brothers 50 years ago into which our lives where mutually entrusted. For it is in moments of eminent harm, no matter the time or place, we are physically distanced in combat or covid, you as my comrades, became and will remain family. Your strength and resolve is to be honored, love and embraced by the nation you are fighting to save. Keep the faith and stay in good care. As you have seen much and will continue to have to hang tough through the end of this historic battle, please know that you remain in thought and prayer. May any sacrifices of these times seek that path to spiritually strengthen and renew you we pass through these seasons of thanks and wonder.
I’m 76 and have 100% service related disability. I live in New Braunfels, TX. When might we have availability?
So ….. “WHEN DOES WARP SPEED VACCINATION” HIT THE PORTLAND VAMC AND OPC’s?
I am a veteran and am battling cancer, I am 80 years old. I also need my wife vaccinated because she
is my caretaker. I will get to temple texas if I can get vaccination
So, no vaccinations near me, or more than two hours away, one way, for this this 67 year-old frontline healthcare worker with duties inside Covid quarantine areas working on patient equipment and inside of convalescent homes and California State facilities.
When my local VA healthcare Center is fifteen minutes away.
Kinda feel dropped through the cracks here.
By all means shoot up the docs and the window washers at the big facilities, but, “you old guys, we’ll get to ya when we get to ya.”
The VA has has MONTHS to prepare for this occasion, and after hospitals everywhere are on the news giving shots to people, the VA comes out with “news”.
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One distribution point for the ENTIREstate….that I’d a 5 hour round trip,UN reimbursed …come on please..that’s too far
Why is Albuquerque, NM not listed?
David, a full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations can be found here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
High risk, 72 yrs old, open heart 2 valves, rap around aneurysn, COPD, Lee County VA
Does that mean that Poplar Bluff VA is going to distribute to VA Outpatient Clinic in Cape Girardeau, MO? If not, it will be almost a two hour drive from Cape Girardeau to Poplar Bluff!
I called the main hospital in PA yesterday giving the vaccines and they said they knew nothing about the shots. After calling a dozen different numbers and half the people lying to me…. one said the shots are for people in the hospital and medical staff only. If you are one of those categories where you have failing organs or high risk; you are not included. Most likely will not be included either…. by the nature of how it’s set up. Your GP doctor would have to input you and many of the smaller clinics across america will not have that ability to add you to rosters. They will however vaccinate political types and senior members of the military like ex senior officers and minorities and drug addicts before they get to the people who are most deserving; because that is the nature of the beast. Just saying. The military and retiring from such was the worst decision in my life… I see that this country is basically evil; no matter how much the media and the govt will spin it otherwise. End of rant.
Why is Nebraska being left out of vaccinations? We have a major VA hospital and Veterans Home here and several clinics throughout the state.
A full list of the initial VA locations providing COVID vaccinations can be found here: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/COVID_19_Vaccinations.asp
Thank you for all you do.
My doctor is
Doctor Pollyea (purple team) and he’d the best!
I would like to be on the short list for Covid vaccination in Columbus, Ohio
Charles McCord
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I*m 74 with high glucose, hypertension, and obese…would like to start the vaccine asap.