Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center
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We continue to provide the COVID-19 vaccine, as well as the flu vaccine. Current COVID-19 Health Protection Level is High. More Details
Coronavirus
COVID-19 vaccines: All Veterans, spouses and caregivers can get a COVID-19 vaccine at VA. Visit our vaccine information page.
For VA-specific information: Read our coronavirus FAQs and public health response, or use our coronavirus chatbot.
Prepare for a visit: Everyone entering our facilities is screened, and visitors are limited. Face coverings are mandatory. For some needs, you may be able to get care at home by phone or video.
For the latest coronavirus information: Visit the CDC website.
Updates
COVID-19 Health Protection Level is High
Our Health Protection Level is High. Therefore, visitor restrictions are again in place for the protection of our patients, staff, volunteers and visitors. Please pre-arrange with clinical care teams for one visitor at a time to inpatients, if deemed necessary for the wellbeing of the patient. We thank you for your understanding!
Additionally, we ask patients to arrive alone for appointments, or with only one companion or caregiver if needed for health and safety reasons.
Flu Shots
We continue to give flu shots. Patients are asked to make appointments to get their flu shots at the main hospital and at our clinics, although we do have some walk-in availability. Flu shots also are available during regular appointments. Please go to our Flu Shot Page for detailed information.
COVID-19 Vaccinations
We have the bivalent booster! For most people ages 12 and older, the bivalent booster can be given at least two months after completion of any primary COVID-19 vaccination series, or after the last booster dose received. Call now to schedule your appointment, 224-610-3899!
Pediatric TRICARE beneficiaries, ages 6 months to 17, call 800-941-4501 to schedule. Pediatric patients must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Please go to our COVID-19 vaccination page for the latest information: COVID-19 Vaccines.
Vaccinations are given at the main hospital in North Chicago. Park in the four-story garage, come in the four flagpole/valet parking Ambulatory Care Clinic (Bldg. 133EF) entrance, where screeners will issue surgical masks and direct you to the Immunizations Clinic in Bldg. 133EF (Ambulatory Care Clinic). Don’t forget your vaccination card.
PACT Act
The PACT Act is a historic new law that expands VA health care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances. The law empowers VA to provide generations of veterans - and their survivors - with the care and benefits they've earned and deserve.
Any veteran or survivor wanting to apply can learn more about the PACT Act by visiting VA.gov/PACT or calling 1-800-MY-VA-411 (800-698-2411). The Lovell FHCC points of contact are Lisa Murphy, 224-610-5514 or Velma Johnson, 224-610-5517.
Mpox (Monkeypox):
Mpox is a viral infection with a painful or uncomfortable rash or sores, often with flu-like symptoms. Overall, this is still a rare infection. If you think you've been exposed or you're at high risk, talk to your doctor about options to get vaccinated. We are giving the vaccine to patients in high-risk categories. Patients who want to learn more should talk to their Lovell FHCC primary care provider.
Find more information, go to Monkeypox Information.
Other resources: CDC's website or Lake County Public Health website. Learn more »
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- 800-393-0865 extension 82920
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