Coronavirus

As the COVID-19 situation unfolds in the U.S., VA needs retired VA and federal clinicians to help continue providing Veterans the highest level of care.

This Borne the Battle podcast features updates on resources for Veterans and VA's response to the Coronavirus, through March 25, 2020.

All VA national cemeteries are open and will continue to provide interments for Veterans and eligible individuals. However, effective March 23 — as part of the agency’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) — committal services and the rendering of military funeral honors will discontinue until further notice.

Veterans have multiple resources available for the latest COVID-19, or coronavirus, information. Here are several resources.

VA has always been here for Veterans—and we will continue to be here for you during the COVID-19 crisis. Whether you need a prescription, telemedicine or in-person care, you can rely on VA. Here is a recent message from Dr. Richard Stone, Executive in Charge of the Veterans Health Administration and a former U.S. Army combat physician.

VA is ready for the COVID-19 pandemic, said VA Secretary Robert Wilkie during a White House press briefing March 18. “One of the things we do at VA is that we prepare for national emergencies, be they national emergencies or epidemics,” Wilkie said. VA has four specific missions. Three are Veterans health care, Veterans benefits and running national cemeteries. “Our fourth mission is to support the federal government in times of natural disasters and pandemics,” he said. Wilkie said VA is the “buttress force” if the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) needs medical professionals for crises.

The coronavirus outbreak can increase stress and anxiety. Dealing with that stress can improve your health, quality of life, and wellbeing. Here are some expert suggestions for you and your family.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) safety is a top priority, VA Secretary Robert […]

Talk of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) is everywhere. Here’s what you should know and do to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy. If you have symptoms of fever, cough, and shortness of breath, please call your local VA medical center and select the option to speak to a nurse before visiting the facility. Tell them about your symptoms and any recent travel.

VA closely monitoring Coronavirus in China. Cases have been identified in the United States. VHA's Emergency Management Coordination Team is working with the CDC.