COVID-19 Updates from VA Long Beach

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U S Department of Veterans Affairs - V A Long Beach Healthcare System

COVID-19 Updates

Our Visitor Policy

Veteran discussing his health with a doctor

As a high reliability organization, VA prioritizes the safety of our Veterans and staff. To help protect them and prevent the spread of COVID-19, we adopted a no-visitation posture during this pandemic.

All visitations across the medical center are still on hold until further notice.

On a case-by-case basis, one (1) essential companion may be allowed for a Veteran receiving outpatient care. Examples include a family member taking a Veteran home after a procedure involving sedation, a caregiver required to provide bedside care for a Veteran due to the specifics of the Veteran’s disability, or a chaperone helping a Veteran navigate the facility.

For inpatient and resident Veterans, who are at elevated risk for COVID-19, we encourage interactions via non-face-to-face methods, such as through phone and video visits; or via innovative approaches that adhere to physical distancing and minimize risk.

We appreciate your support in protecting fellow heroes and our community. We are in this together!

COVID-19 Vaccinations

I Got My COVID Vaccine Sticker

VETERANS - Interested in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine? Please sign up and take the vaccine interest survey. The online survey is our tool to identify who wants the COVID-19 vaccine.

Visit https://va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/stay-informed/form or click the button below!

COVID-19 Vaccine Interest Survey


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Our Masking Policy

VA Long Beach Healthcare System has updated the types of acceptable masks on our medical center and clinic campuses.

ACCEPTABLE MASKS

  • Surgical mask
  • Cloth mask
  • N-95 mask
  • Neoprene mask

NOT ACCEPTABLE

  • Neck gaiter
  • Mask with valves
  • Bandana

Should you come for a visit at our Medical Center with a mask that is on our "Not Approved" list, then our staff will be happy to supply you with an appropriate mask for your use. 

Masking Policy