Since the start of the pandemic, over 1,000 VA staff have volunteered for more than 3,700 deployments to support Veterans and civilians in the most hard-hit areas of the country in response to COVID-19.
VA’s African American Chief Medical Office addresses communities of color on the unequal effect of the virus on our family and neighborhoods. “I ask you to trust those of us who are here serving you.”
Surveys have shown that many Americans are skeptical about the COVID-19 vaccines and therapeutics that are being tested in clinical trials. Here is VA’s perspective on the integrity of the trials.
Becker knows first-hand how debilitating the coronavirus can be. In mid- to late-September, he began experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, which worsened in the ensuing weeks to include pneumonia and difficulty breathing.
EES’ most recent accreditation in respiratory therapy from the American Association of Respiratory Care offers invaluable up-to-date training as most hospitalized COVID patients require oxygen therapy.
Veterans' willingness to help test new treatments for COVID-19 means millions of lives around the world will potentially be saved. VA leadership thanks them for their service to their country and others.
It was once under the radar of much of the medical community. Now, research by Dr. Vincent Marconi and Dr. Raymond Schinazi has expanded into a potentially impactful finding in the search for treatments to the COVID-19 virus.
Join the National Center for PTSD’s 30 Days of Self Care with the the COVID Coach mobile app. Download the app today for tips on how to relax and recharge.
VA will begin COVID-19 vaccinations this week at 128 additional sites using the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines.
Army Veteran Michele Jones is one of many Veterans who have volunteered to test a new vaccine for COVID-19. She says her reasons are simple: To help make things better for her family and community.
Initial COVID-19 vaccine supplies are limited and first being offered to health care personnel. As the supply increases, care teams will contact Veterans receiving care at VA about their options.
The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System partnered with the Pima County Health Department on December 4 for a tele-town hall to provide updates on the current COVID-19 surge within Pima County.