COVID-19 is a respiratory disease caused by SARS-CoV-2, a coronavirus discovered in 2019. The virus spreads mainly from person to person through respiratory droplets and small particles produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.
- Illness can range from mild to severe, though not everyone infected with the virus develops symptoms.
- Adults 65 years and older and people of any age with underlying medical conditions are at higher risk for severe illness.
COVID-19 Vaccine
COVID-19 vaccines continue to be the most effective tool to prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death from COVID-19. The CDC recommends the COVID-19 bivalent vaccine for everyone six months and older. COVID-19 vaccines are currently available to all U.S. citizens and residents. Visit the CDC website for more information.
If you have concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine, you may contact the DHA Immunization Healthcare Support Center at 1-877-GET-VACC (1-877-438-8222) option 1 or DSN 761-4245, option 1, if you have questions about the vaccines or about an adverse event after getting the vaccine.
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In accordance with CDC guidance, the Department of Defense (DOD) requires all Service members, Federal employees, onsite contractor employees, and visitors, regardless of vaccination status, to wear a mask in all indoor DOD facilities.
If you are not vaccinated, continue to physically distance consistent with applicable CDC and DOD Force Health Protection Guidance.
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This Infographic informs TRICARE beneficiaries which tier they fall into as their local military treatment facility or clinic offers the vaccine.
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Last Updated: May 04, 2023