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Veterans are encouraged to be prepared for a disaster or emergency in their homes, businesses and communities.

Be prepared and proactive in planning for and responding to hurricanes and other hazards.

Continuum of care during any disaster or incident is a priority for VA North Texas Health Care Systems’ Office of Emergency Management.

VA’s Office of Emergency Management responds to an urgent situation involving a cracked steam pipeline at Perry Point VA.

It’s essential for Veterans to take action and prepare for tornados and spring storms while staying informed.

Because we’re in hurricane season, it is essential to prepare a care plan to ensure your emergency health needs are met.

As many of us know firsthand, caregiving can be one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever have, but it can also be one of the most challenging – especially when you are facing an emergency in your home or a disaster in your community. To make matters worse, resources to help families prepare for disasters often lack content that reflects the unique needs of family caregivers, despite the critical role they play in these crises.

Here are some steps you can take to prevent health problems and stay safe during extreme heat.

Each year, VHA's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) conducts disaster-related exercises throughout the nation at strategic hubs, known as Federal Coordinating Centers (FCC), intended for receiving and coordinating patient care.

VA Video Connect, My HealtheVet, Remote Monitoring and other virtual tools can help you access VA care in the event of an emergency

Disaster preparedness can help Veterans, families, caregivers and survivors stay safe by preparing, responding and recovering quickly.

The American Red Cross has seen a shortfall of about 25,000 blood donations in the first two months of the summer, which makes it hard to keep hospital shelves stocked with lifesaving blood products. By making an appointment to give blood or platelets in August, donors can keep the national blood supply from falling to shortage levels.