PACT Act Virtual Brief - Aug 24 at 1 p.m.

Veterans are invited to attend a virtual PACT Act Virtual Briefing to learn about the new benefits and health care eligibilities under the PACT Act.

August 24 from 1 – 1:30 p.m.

https://veteransaffairs.webex.com/veteransaffairs/j.php?MTID=m41ffa616e2ce70cf3662d6dcb66d29f3

This virtual presentation will use WebEx, a free software available for most computers, smart phones and tablets.

More information is also available at www.va.gov

Over COVID and still have symptoms?

The Miami VA Healthcare System Post-COVID Clinic serves Veterans suffering from symptoms that persist four weeks or longer after a COVID infection.

We perform a thorough evaluation to determine the best way to get YOU back to the BEST YOU. Most common persisting symptoms include fatigue, shortness of breath, difficulty tolerating  physical or mental activity, decreased memory and concentration, cough or other symptoms. We have an full team including physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, speech/language therapists, nutritionists and whole health coaches to help you return to your health and abilities that you had before the COVID infection. 

If you are interested or want to know more, contact your care team or call 954-325-0187.  

By Appointment Only - Novavax COVID Vaccine Available Soon

Starting August 24, the Miami VA Healthcare System will begin offering the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine to unvaccinated Veterans, employees, spouses of Veterans and caregivers by appointment only. Call your care team today to make your appointment! 

For more information about Novavax, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/index.html.

The Miami VA also offers boosters and other approved vaccines at all locations, so contact your care team today and get your COVID-19 Vaccination!

Please bring your vaccination card to your booster appointment if appropriate.

Due to COVID-19, no visitors, including children or babies, are allowed, although exceptions may be made in advance for end-of-life or other concerns on a case-by-case basis.

Due to COVID-19, no visitors are allowed; unless preapproved for end of life situations or clinical necessity. This includes children and babies. Everyone entering our facilities is screened and face masks are mandatory. 

Veterans should check-in for scheduled appointments from the safety of their vehicle by sending the word "here" to 53079. This will notify your care team that you are at the facility waiting to be called into your appointment. You must use a cellphone that is on file in your electronic health record.

Honor Flight South Florida

Veterans of World War II, Korea and Vietnam are invited to participate in the next Honor Flight to Washington, DC on April 9!  

Honor Flight South Florida is a 100% all-volunteer organization, dedicated solely to honoring all veterans in Broward, Dade, and Monroe counties by escorting veterans to Washington D.C. to visit and reflect at the memorials built in their honor.  Top priority is given to our most senior defenders of freedom, World War II and Korean War veterans, and those veterans who are terminally ill.  Also, we are now serving Vietnam Veterans.  Every one of these veterans fly absolutely free.

The veteran’s one-day mission to Washington D.C. includes round-trip airfare, deluxe bus transportation throughout Washington with police escorts, meals, commemorative tee shirts, and other amenities needed to travel comfortably. Disabled veterans are also welcome; with advance arrangements, honor chairs and oxygen are available.

Apply today - visit: www.honorflightsouthflorida.org or email: info@honorflightsouthflorida.org

Interested in supporting the Honor Flight? Email: info@honorflightsouthflorida.org

*sent on behalf of Honor Flight South Florida as a courtesy to our Veterans

Hurricane Season is Here: Be Ready for Anything!

The Atlantic hurricane season is June 1 – November 30. Never underestimate the value of being prepared! 

Forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather Service, are predicting above-average hurricane activity this year — which would make it the seventh consecutive above-average hurricane season. NOAA’s outlook for the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season, which extends from June 1 to November 30, predicts a 65% chance of an above-normal season, a 25% chance of a near-normal season and a 10% chance of a below-normal season.

For the 2022 hurricane season, NOAA is forecasting a likely range of 14 to 21 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 6 to 10 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 3 to 6 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher). NOAA provides these ranges with a 70% confidence.

For more information on how to be prepared - visit the Miami VA Hurricane Preparedness Page

About the Miami VA Healthcare System

The Miami VA Healthcare System serves Veterans in three South Florida counties:  Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe To learn about the Miami VA Healthcare System, please visit us at https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/, like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/miamivamc or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/MiamiVAMC.