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To ensure the safety and care of Veteran patients and employees, we are requesting Veterans and visitors to wear a mask within our facilities. Read more

COVID-19 Updates

This page will include general updates on COVID-19 and precautionary measures occurring at Miami VA Healthcare System facilities.

The respiratory virus activity, including COVID-19 is currently low throughout our community in South Florida.

Masking is optional for all Veterans and visitors, except in high-risk areas and in any area that may be experiencing an outbreak. Masks will continue to be offered at all sites of care at the main entrances and check-in desks.

To ensure the safety and care of Veteran patients and employees, we will continue to monitor the impact of COVID-19 and reassess our safety measures as needed.

Additional Screening Measures Implemented

Procedures

  • Veterans undergoing invasive procedures will be screened for symptoms consistent with COVID-19 and/or recent contacts (within the past 7 days).  

Admissions

  • Testing of Veterans/patients will be limited to only those with symptoms consistent with COVID-19.

Visitors

  • No additional restrictions will be required for visitation/visitors, EXCEPT in units experiencing outbreaks. 

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