We are scheduling appointments and offering drop-in opportunities. Follow VA Boston Healthcare System on Facebook and VA Boston HC for daily updates. Veterans enrolled in the VA Healthcare System can call 857-203-3919 to schedule an appointment.

We are following national guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and VA which is different from the plan of any state. The first inpatient Veterans and staff were vaccinated on December 21, 2020 and vaccinations began for outpatients on January 5, 2021. Currently we’re using the Moderna Covid-19 and Janssen vaccines. The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine requires a second shot 28 days after the first – we must administer both shots. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine also requires a second shot, but it is 21 days after the first - we must adminster both shots and we will schedule a second appointment upon administering the first shot. The Janssen COVID-19 vaccine only requires one shot. Veterans will be offered a vaccine based on clinical need and vaccine inventory. The vaccine is voluntary.

If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, call our patient call center at 857-364-4418 and ask for guidance before visiting VA main medical center. You may also call this number if you have questions about getting a Covid-19 test for any reason.

Veterans enrolled with VA Boston Healthcare System: If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, sign-in to My HealtheVet and send a secure message to your primary care provider or call our patient Call Center at 857-364-4418 and ask for guidance before visiting the VA medical center or a community clinic. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.You may also call this number if you have questions about getting a Covid-19 test for any reason.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Due to the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community, visitation has been suspended at all campuses. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis as determined by the Veteran's care team. Virtual visitation will be offered, please inquire with your Veteran's care teams for additional information.

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

• Non-enrolled Veterans as defined in the new legislation, including those without service-connected disabilities and who have incomes above VA’s threshold.
• Overseas Veterans who rely on the Foreign Medical Program.
• Veteran caregivers who are enrolled in either the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers or the Program of General Caregiver Support Services.
• Veteran caregivers enrolled in certain Geriatrics and Extended Care Programs, such as Veteran Directed Care, Bowel and Bladder, Home Based Primary Care and VA’s Medical Foster Home Program.
• Civilian Health and Medical Programs of the Department of Veterans Affairs recipients (CHAMPVA).
• Veteran spouses.

We are scheduling appointments and offering drop-in opportunities. Follow VA Boston Healthcare System on Facebook and VA Boston HC for daily updates. Veterans enrolled in the VA Healthcare System can call 857-203-3919 to schedule an appointment.

We are following national guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and VA which is different from the plan of any state. The first inpatient Veterans and staff were vaccinated on December 21, 2020 and vaccinations began for outpatients on January 5, 2021. Currently we’re using the Moderna Covid-19 and Janssen vaccines. The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine requires a second shot 28 days after the first – we must administer both shots. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine also requires a second shot, but it is 21 days after the first - we must adminster both shots and we will schedule a second appointment upon administering the first shot. The Janssen COVID-19 vaccine only requires one shot. Veterans will be offered a vaccine based on clinical need and vaccine inventory. The vaccine is voluntary.

If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, call our patient call center at 857-364-4418 and ask for guidance before visiting VA main medical center. You may also call this number if you have questions about getting a Covid-19 test for any reason.

Veterans enrolled with VA Boston Healthcare System: If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, sign-in to My HealtheVet and send a secure message to your primary care provider or call our patient Call Center at 857-364-4418 and ask for guidance before visiting the VA medical center or a community clinic. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.You may also call this number if you have questions about getting a Covid-19 test for any reason.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Due to the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community, visitation has been suspended at all campuses. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis as determined by the Veteran's care team. Virtual visitation will be offered, please inquire with your Veteran's care teams for additional information.

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

We are following national guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and VA which is different from the plan of any state. We plan to offer the vaccine to ALL Veterans who receive care at VA Boston. The first inpatient Veterans and staff were vaccinated on December 21, 2020 and vaccinations began for outpatients on January 5, 2021. Currently we’re using the Moderna Covid-19 and Janssen vaccines. The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine requires a second shot 28 days after the first – we must administer both shots. The Janssen COVID-19 vaccine only requires one shot. Veterans will be offered a vaccine based on clinical need and vaccine inventory. The vaccine is voluntary.

If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, call our patient call center at 857-364-4418 and ask for guidance before visiting VA main medical center. You may also call this number if you have questions about getting a Covid-19 test for any reason.

Veterans enrolled with VA Boston Healthcare System: If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, sign-in to My HealtheVet and send a secure message to your primary care provider or call our patient Call Center at 857-364-4418 and ask for guidance before visiting the VA medical center or a community clinic. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.You may also call this number if you have questions about getting a Covid-19 test for any reason.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Due to the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community, visitation has been suspended at all campuses. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis as determined by the Veteran's care team. Virtual visitation will be offered, please inquire with your Veteran's care teams for additional information.

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Due to the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community, visitation has been suspended at all campuses. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis as determined by the Veteran's care team. Virtual visitation will be offered, please inquire with your Veteran's care teams for additional information.

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Due to the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community, visitation has been suspended at all campuses. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis as determined by the Veteran's care team. Virtual visitation will be offered, please inquire with your Veteran's care teams for additional information.

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Any Veteran who is scheduled, but is late due to the storm will be vaccinated.   

If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, call our patient call center at 857-364-4418 and ask for guidance before visiting VA main medical center. You may also call this number if you have questions about getting a Covid-19 test for any reason.

Veterans enrolled with VA Boston Healthcare System: If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, sign-in to My HealtheVet and send a secure message to your primary care provider or call our patient Call Center at 857-364-4418 and ask for guidance before visiting the VA medical center or a community clinic. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.You may also call this number if you have questions about getting a Covid-19 test for any reason.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Due to the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community, visitation has been suspended at all campuses. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis as determined by the Veteran's care team. Virtual visitation will be offered, please inquire with your Veteran's care teams for additional information.

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Any Veteran who is scheduled, but is late due to the storm will be vaccinated.   

Veterans enrolled with VA Boston Healthcare System: If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, sign-in to My HealtheVet and send a secure message to your primary care provider or call our patient Call Center at 857-364-4418 and ask for guidance before visiting the VA medical center or a community clinic. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.You may also call this number if you have questions about getting a Covid-19 test for any reason.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Due to the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community, visitation has been suspended at all campuses. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis as determined by the Veteran's care team. Virtual visitation will be offered, please inquire with your Veteran's care teams for additional information.

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Due to the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community, visitation has been suspended at all campuses. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis as determined by the Veteran's care team. Virtual visitation will be offered, please inquire with your Veteran's care teams for additional information.

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Due to the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community, visitation has been suspended at all campuses. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis as determined by the Veteran's care team. Virtual visitation will be offered, please inquire with your Veteran's care teams for additional information.

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-441/9

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Due to the prevelance of COVID-19 in the community, visitation has been suspended at all campuses. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis as determined by the Veteran's care team. Virtual visitation will be offered, please inquire with your Veteran's care teams for additional information.

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-441/9

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-441/9

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

VA Boston Community Clinics Move to Virtual Care

Veterans enrolled withVA Boston Healthcare System: If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, sign-in to My HealtheVet and send a secure message to your primary care provider or call our patient Call Ccenter at (617) 232-9500 and ask for guidance before visiting the VA medical center or a community clinic. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/covid19

More Information:

Elective surgeries and procedures are postponed; except emergencies and care that needs immediate attention

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-441/9

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

VA Boston Community Clinics Move to Virtual Care
Veterans enrolled withVA Boston Healthcare System: If you have symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, sign-in to My HealtheVet and send a secure message to your primary care provider or call our patient Call Ccenter at (617) 232-9500 and ask for guidance before visiting the VA medical center or a community clinic. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov

More Information:

Elective surgeries and procedures are postponed; except emergencies and care that needs immediate attention

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-441/9

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov

More Information:

Elective surgeries and procedures are postponed; except emergencies and care that needs immediate attention

Out of an abundance of caution,all entering our facilities are being screened. For screening information: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-441/9

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

For information on the COVID-19 virus go to:  https://www.va.gov/coronavirus/

Elective surgery and procedures are postponed; except emergencies and care that needs immediate attention

In an abundance of caution, we are directing all patients and visitors to a screening process at all of our medical centers to include the community-based outpatient clinics.

For screening information, please visit: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

The screening process has shown minimal delay for those who do not need further evaluation. Additional instructions and evaluation will be provided for those who need it.

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

While the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) still considers COVID-19 to be a low threat to the general American public, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced, March 10, new safeguards aimed at limiting COVID-19 exposure risk for two of its most susceptible patient populations: nursing home residents and spinal-cord injury patients.

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies. The latest information on the new Coronavirus is available at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

VA Boston Facilities are open and operational. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Elective surgery and procedures are postponed; except emergencies and care that needs immediate attention

In an abundance of caution, we are directing all patients and visitors to a screening process at all of our medical centers to include the community-based outpatient clinics.

For screening information, please visit: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

The screening process has shown minimal delay for those who do not need further evaluation. Additional instructions and evaluation will be provided for those who need it.

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

While the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) still considers COVID-19 to be a low threat to the general American public, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced, March 10, new safeguards aimed at limiting COVID-19 exposure risk for two of its most susceptible patient populations: nursing home residents and spinal-cord injury patients.

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies. The latest information on the new Coronavirus is available at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

VA Boston Facilities are open and operational. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Elective surgery and procedures are postponed; except emergencies and care that needs immediate attention

In an abundance of caution, we are directing all patients and visitors to a screening process at all of our medical centers to include the community-based outpatient clinics.

For screening information, please visit: https://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2019_Novel_Coronavirus.asp

The screening process has shown minimal delay for those who do not need further evaluation. Additional instructions and evaluation will be provided for those who need it.

VA Boston Healthcare System Pharmacy Official Guidance for Prescription Refill Requests in Response to COVID-19
 

At this time, Pharmacy is switching to an all mail-order system in order to limit exposure to COVID-19. Outpatient Pharmacy will ONLY honor emergent prescription needs for in-person pick up. Emergent prescriptions include post-surgical, emergency department and discharge medication needs. All other medications and supplies will be mailed.

Veterans may request refills and renewals by:

• contacting the refill line at 1-857-364-4419

• mailing in refill slips

• calling the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-800-865-3384

• requesting through My HealtheVet – www.myhealth.va.gov

Please allow 7-10 days for prescription delivery. Veterans may request expedited shipments and may request changing routine medications from 30 day fills to 90 day fills by:

• contacting the Pharmacy Call Center at 1-857-364-4419

While the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) still considers COVID-19 to be a low threat to the general American public, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced, March 10, new safeguards aimed at limiting COVID-19 exposure risk for two of its most susceptible patient populations: nursing home residents and spinal-cord injury patients.

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies. The latest information on the new Coronavirus is available at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

VA Boston Facilities are open and operational. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Elective surgery and procedures are postponed; except emergencies and care that needs immediate attention

In an abundance of caution, we are directing all patients and visitors to a screening process at all of our medical centers to include the community-based outpatient clinics.

The screening process has shown minimal delay for those who do not need further evaluation. Additional instructions and evaluation will be provided for those who need it.

While the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) still considers COVID-19 to be a low threat to the general American public, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced, March 10, new safeguards aimed at limiting COVID-19 exposure risk for two of its most susceptible patient populations: nursing home residents and spinal-cord injury patients.

Read more here: https://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=5400

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies. The latest information on the new Coronavirus is available at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

VA Boston Facilities are open and operational. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

In an abundance of caution, we are directing all patients and visitors to a screening process at all of our medical centers to include the community-based outpatient clinics. Below are the locations of each screening center by campus:

Brockton:

Building 3 main entrance, Building 2 main entrance, Building 4 main entrance, Building 5 main entrance, Building 7 main entrance, Building 8 main entrance

Jamaica Plain:

Main entrance (next to valet lot attendant), Shuttle entrance

West Roxbury:

Building 3 main entrance, Building 2 main entrance

CBOCS:

Screening will take place at the main entrances of our CBOCs in Framingham, Lowell, Quincy, Causeway, and Plymouth.

The screening process has shown minimal delay for those who do not need further evaluation. Additional instructions and evaluation will be provided for those who need it.

While the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) still considers COVID-19 to be a low threat to the general American public, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced, March 10, new safeguards aimed at limiting COVID-19 exposure risk for two of its most susceptible patient populations: nursing home residents and spinal-cord injury patients.

Read more here: https://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=5400

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies. The latest information on the new Coronavirus is available at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

VA Boston Facilities are open and operational. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

In an abundance of caution, we are directing all patients and visitors to a screening process at all of our medical centers to include the community-based outpatient clinics. Below are the locations of each screening center by campus:

Brockton:

Building 3 main entrance, Building 2 main entrance, Building 4 main entrance, Building 5 main entrance, Building 7 main entrance, Building 8 main entrance

Jamaica Plain:

Main entrance (next to valet lot attendant), Shuttle entrance

West Roxbury:

Building 3 main entrance, Building 2 main entrance

CBOCS:

Screening will take place at the main entrances of our CBOCs in Framingham, Lowell, Quincy, Causeway, and Plymouth.

The screening process has shown minimal delay for those who do not need further evaluation. Additional instructions and evaluation will be provided for those who need it.

In addition to screening all Veterans and visitors, we will be implementing a new visitor policy. Visiting hours will be from 12 pm to 7:00 pm at all campuses and children under 12 will not be allowed access to the medical center.

Everyone is encouraged to take simple preventive actions to avoid being exposed to viruses:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, please call before going to a VA facility.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA New England Healthcare System are paying special attention to Veteran health due to the Novel Coronavirus. This effort is being coordinated between VA, the Veterans Health Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies. The latest information on the new Coronavirus is available at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

VA Boston Facilities are open and operational. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Visitors, if you do not feel well, please consider postponing your visit. Read VA’s latest information on the new coronavirus at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/.

VA Boston Facilities are open and operational. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Due to predicted weather conditions the Togus , Manchester and White River Junction shuttles are cancelled for Wednesday, February 7^th.

VA Boston Facilities are open and operational. Please confirm your appointment with your primary care provider prior to arrival.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Feb. 27, 2017- We are currently experiencing an issue with outside direct dialing to the Jamaica Plain Campus. If outside callers know the 5 digit extension they can call the direct lines at West Roxbury 617-323-7700 or Brockton 508-583-4500 and follow the prompts to enter the extension.  If they do not know the extension, operators will assist them with connecting their call.

All VA Boston facilities are open and operational.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Feb. 24, 2017- We are currently experiencing an issue with outside direct dialing to the Jamaica Plain Campus. If outside callers know the 5 digit extension they can call the direct lines at West Roxbury 617-323-7700 or Brockton 508-583-4500 and follow the prompts to enter the extension.  If they do not know the extension, operators will assist them with connecting their call.

All VA Boston facilities are open and operational.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Feb. 23, 2017- We are currently experiencing an issue with outside direct dialing to the Jamaica Plain Campus. If outside callers know the 5 digit extension they can call the direct lines at West Roxbury 617-323-7700 or Brockton 508-583-4500 and follow the prompts to enter the extension.  If they do not know the extension, operators will assist them with connecting their call.

All VA Boston facilities are open and operational.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

We are currently experiencing an issue with outside direct dialing to the Jamaica Plain Campus. If outside callers know the 5 digit extension they can call the direct lines at West Roxbury 617-323-7700 or Brockton 508-583-4500 and follow the prompts to enter the extension.  If they do not know the extension, operators will assist them with connecting their call.

All VA Boston facilities are open and operational.

To check T-Alerts, MBTA.com and @MBTAGM on twitter and Brockton Area Transit www.ridebat.com/nextbus/  for public transportation updates.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

Do you have a family disaster plan?

Now is the time to plan what you, your family, and your pets would do in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Visit the Ready America web site for information and instructions for creating a family disaster plan.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to provide you with the best care possible.

We will continue to provide updates on the situation as we work to restore full power. Patient care and clinic availability has not been impacted by the power outage.

We will continue to provide updates on the situation as we work to correct the issue.

The Main number for the Call Center is still experiencing connectivity issues. Incoming calls are receiving a busy signal at this time.

Information technology and Telecom engineers continue to troubleshoot the issue.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

All facilities are open and operational

Please contact the call center at  800-865-3384 to confim your Jamaica Plain appointment time and location. Shuttle service from Jamaica Plain to West Roxbury will be running. We apologize for this inconvenience and will issue updates as they become  available.  

New Employee Parking Guidelines for West Roxbury:
Parking Spots have been sectioned off for Veterans; Overflow parking for employees has been arranged at the following locations:

• Home Depot, 1213 VFW Parkway, West Roxbury, MA 02132 (Please park to the right side of the parking lot)
• Mosley’s on the Charles, 50 Bridge St./Route 109, Dedham Ma. 02026 (Parking Available until 5:30 PM)

Shuttles are running from both locations to the West Roxbury Campus.

Please contact the call center at  800-865-3384 to confim your Jamaica Plain appointment time and location. Shuttle service from Jamaica Plain to West Roxbury will be running. We apologize for this inconvenience and will issue updates as they become  available.     

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and are working on a resolution now.

MBTA services will run after 5 a.m. on WED. January 28th. Expect delays. Please check MBTA.com for updates

MBTA services are suspended all day and night on Tuesday, January 27. Please check MBTA.com for updates

As of Monday, January 12th Veterans can again receive their care at the Causeway Clinic.

The damage has been fixed and full operations will resume. Shuttles will run on schedule.

Patients can dial the call center with questions at 800-865-3384. Thanks for your patience!

As of Monday, January 12th Veterans can again receive their care at the Causeway Clinic.

The damage has been fixed and full operations will resume. Shuttles will run on schedule.

Patients can dial the call center with questions at 800-865-3384. Thanks again!

The Causeway Clinic and staff have relocated to the Jamaica Plain Campus until further notice due to a water event in the building today Thursday, January 8, 2015.

Shuttle transportation for patients of the Causeway clinic to Jamaica Plain will run as scheduled Friday, January 9, 2015.

Patients are urged to report to the Jamaica Plain information desk upon arrival for room relocation information.

We apologize for any inconvenience and expect to be back at Causeway soon.

Patients can dial the call center at 800-365-3384 with questions.

Shuttle transportation for patients of the Causeway clinic to Jamaica Plain will run as scheduled Friday, January 9, 2015.

Patients are urged to report to the Jamaica Plain information desk upon arrival for room relocation information.

We apologize for any inconvenience and expect to be back at Causeway soon.

Patients can dial the call center at 800-365-3384 with questions.

Shuttle transportation for patients of the Causeway clinic to Jamaica Plain will run as scheduled Friday, January 9, 2015.

Patients are urged to report to the Jamaica Plain information desk upon arrival for room relocation information.

We apologize for any inconvenience and expect to be back at Causeway soon.

Patients can dial the call center at 800-365-3384 with questions.

Shuttle transportation for patients of the Causeway clinic to Jamaica Plain will run as scheduled Friday January 9, 2015.

Patients are urged to report to the Jamaica Plain information desk upon arrival for room relocation information.

We apologize for any inconvenience and expect to be back at Causeway soon.

Patients can dial the call center at 800-365-3384 with questions.

Shuttle transportation from Causeway to Jamaica Plain will run as scheduled Friday January 9, 2015.

Patients are urged to report to the JP information desk upon arrival for room relocation information.

We apologize for any inconvenience and expect to be back at Causeway soon.

Patients can dial the call center at 800-365-3384 with questions.

Shuttle transportation from Causeway to Jamaica Plain will run as scheduled Friday January 9, 2015.

Patients are urged to report to the JP information desk upon arrival for room relocation information.

We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to be back at Causeway soon.

Patients can dial the call center at 800-365-3384 with questions.

By now you may have heard that the Quincy Medical Center is closing on Friday December 26, 2014.

The VA Boston Quincy Community Based Outpatient Clinic located at the Quincy Medical Center will remain open and will continue to see patients until an alternate clinic location is under agreement. We are diligently pursuing all options in that area.

We understand you may be anxious about the move but we will keep you informed every step of the way.

Should you have specific concerns please call Public Affairs at 857-203-5879.

By now you may have heard that the Quincy Medical Center is closing on Friday December 26, 2014.

The VA Boston Quincy Community Based Outpatient Clinic located at the Quincy Medical Center will remain open at that location and will continue to see patients until an alternate clinic location in that area is under agreement. We are diligently pursuing all options in that area.

We understand you may be anxious but we will keep you informed every step of the way.

Should you have specific concerns please call Public Affairs at 857-203-5879.

You may have heard that the Quincy Medical Center is closing at the end of the year or the beginning of next year.

If you live in or around the Quincy area and are enrolled with VA Boston, you should have received a letter in the mail from us detailing steps we are taking to ensure timely, high-quality care continues to be provided to our Veterans at the Quincy Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

We are reviewing all available options for space in the community. We don’t have all the answers yet, but VA Boston is intent on coming to a resolution that causes as little inconvenience as possible.

We understand you may be anxious about the closing but we are working diligently and will keep you informed as our plans take shape.

Should you have specific concerns please call Public Affairs at 857-203-5879.

You may have heard that the Quincy Medical Center is closing at the end of the year or the beginning of next year.

If you live in or around the Quincy area and are enrolled with VA Boston, you should have received a letter in the mail from us detailing steps we are taking to ensure timely, high-quality care continues to be provided to our Veterans at the Quincy Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

We are reviewing all available options for space in the community. We don’t have all the answers yet, but VA Boston is intent on coming to a resolution that causes as little inconvenience as possible.

We understand you may be anxious about the closing but we are working diligently and will keep you informed as our plans take shape.

Should you have specific concerns please call Public Affairs at 857-203-5879.

You may have heard that the Quincy Medical Center is closing at the end of the year or the beginning of next year.
If you live in or around the Quincy area and are enrolled with VA Boston, you should have received a letter in the mail from us detailing steps we are taking to ensure timely, high-quality care continues to be provided to our Veterans at the Quincy Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

We are reviewing all available options for space in the community. We don’t have all the answers yet, but VA Boston is intent on causing you as little inconvenience as possible.

We understand you may be anxious about the closing but we are working diligently and will keep you informed as our plans take shape.

Should you have specific concerns please call Public Affairs at 857-203-5879.

You may have heard that the Quincy Medical Center is closing at the end of the year or the beginning of next year.

We want you and your families to know that we are committed to providing continuous quality and timely healthcare to all of our Veterans and have requested emergency authority to lease permanent long-term space in the Quincy/Braintree area.

We don’t have all the answers yet, but VA Boston leadership is developing a plan to continue providing the personal care you receive with as little inconvenience to you as possible.

We understand you may be anxious about the closing but we will keep you informed as our plans take shape.

Should you have specific concerns please call 857-203-5879.

VA Boston Healthcare shuttles are running as scheduled.

VA Boston Healthcare shuttles are running as scheduled.

VA Boston Healthcare shuttles are running as scheduled.

VA Boston Healthcare shuttles are running as scheduled. CURRENTLY The BU Shuttle and Bedford Shuttle are cancelled.

Friday, February 14, 2014
White River Junction Shuttle has been cancelled

Most VA Boston Healthcare shuttles (including Brockton) are running as scheduled although cancellations or delays may occur due to driver availability and/or weather conditions. CURRENTLY The BU Shuttle and Bedford Shuttle are cancelled.

Most VA Boston Healthcare shuttles (including Brockton) are running as scheduled although cancellations or delays may occur due to driver availability and/or weather conditions. CURRENTLY The BU Shuttle and Bedford Shuttle are cancelled.

All VA Boston Healthcare shuttles (including Brockton) will run as scheduled although cancellations or delays may occur due to driver availability and/or weather conditions.

Shuttle Schedules for Wednesday February 5

Subject to driver availability and weather conditions VA Boston plans to run their regular shuttle service between West Roxbury, Jamaica Plain and Causeway campuses; delays are expected so please plan accordingly.

All shuttles for Brockton and Lowell will be cancelled.

Shuttle Schedules for Wednesday February 5

Subject to driver availability and weather conditions VA Boston plans to run their regular shuttle service between West Roxbury, Jamaica Plain and Causeway campuses; delays are expected so please plan accordingly.

All shuttles for Brockton and Lowell will be cancelled.

SHUTTLES

Shuttles between Jamaica Plain and West Roxbury, Causeway CBOC and BU are running on schedule.

SHUTTLES

Shuttles between Jamaica Plain and West Roxbury, Causeway CBOC and BU are running on schedule.

Shuttles for Brockton and Lowell have been cancelled at this time.

SHUTTLES

Shuttles between Jamaica Plain and West Roxbury, Causeway CBOC and BU are running on schedule.

Shuttles for Brockton and Lowell have been cancelled at this time.