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Pa. National Guard launches COVID-19 testing task force
May 29, 2020 — The Pennsylvania National Guard has assembled a task force to conduct point prevalence sampling at nursing homes and long-term care facilities across the Commonwealth... MORE

The frontline of defense against COVID-19 in Chester County is Medical Strike Team Iroquois. Under guidance from the Pennsylvania Department of Health, and closely monitored by CDC officials, Pennsylvania National Guard members with Task Force Iroquois launched a Point Prevalence Sampling Strike Team in Kendal-Crosslands Communities, Kennet Square, Pa., on May 26, 2020.

Despite COVID-19, 28th ECAB "knocks out" pre-deployment training
May 26, 2020 — Despite numerous adjustments to pre-deployment training due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 28th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade is ready for their upcoming deployment to the Middle East... MORE

U.S. Soldiers with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 28th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade stand in formation while adhering to social distancing guidelines and COVID-19 mitigation directives.

Pa. National Guard, Civil Air Patrol deliver, distribute more than 800,000 meals to Pennsylvanians
May 21, 2020 — Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, two organizations with a close relationship -- the Pennsylvania National Guard and the Pennsylvania Wing, Civil Air Patrol -- have worked concurrently under the direction of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency to provide Pennsylvanians with meals... MORE

Pennsylvania Wing Civil Air Patrol members augmented points of distribution sites for food and essential supplies to households in Bucks County under the direction of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency. The Pennsylvania National Guard and the Pennsylvania Wing, Civil Air Patrol together have delivered and distributed more than 800,000 meals. (photo courtesy of Pennsylvania Wing Civil Air Patrol)

Pa. National Guard launches point prevalence sampling strike team in Lancaster
May 21, 2020 — Task Force Ghostrider prepares to administer COVID-19 tests at the Lancashire Hall Nursing and Rehab Center, in Lancaster, Pa., on May 19, 2020. Under guidance from the Pennsylvania Department of Health, and monitored by CDC officials, Pennsylvania National Guard members with Task Force Ghostrider launched a point prevalence sampling strike team in Lancaster. The mission is designed to identify possible risks of exposure to COVID-19 by testing the entire staff and residents for the virus. This is the first in the pilot program that will reach out across the state... MORE

Col. Scott Coradi (left), 111th Medical Group commander and medical adviser for Pennsylvania Task Force South trains members of Task Force Ghostrider, Spc. Joshua Vargo (center) and Spc. Kristien Quintanilla (right) on proper procedures how to administer a COVID-19 test in Lancaster, Pa., on May 19, 2020.

Army, Air officers bring different backgrounds to lead task force
May 20, 2020 — Col. Jon Farr is an Army armor officer who has multiple combat deployments under his belt and serves the commander of the Pennsylvania National Guard’s 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team... MORE

Col. Scott Coradi (left) and Col. Jon Farr discuss operational plans while overlooking a map of the area of operations for Pennsylvania Task Force South at Horsham Air Guard Station, Pennsylvania, on May 2, 2020.

Pa. Air National Guard flyovers scheduled for three cities
May 15, 2020 — The Pennsylvania Air National Guard will present an aircraft flyover in the Pittsburgh, Johnstown and Harrisburg areas Tuesday, May 19, as part of Operation American Resolve, a nationwide salute to all those supporting COVID-19 response efforts... MORE

The Pennsylvania Air National Guard will present an aircraft flyover in the Pittsburgh area Tuesday, May 19, as part of Operation American Resolve, a nationwide salute to all those supporting COVID-19 response efforts. (U.S. Air National Guard courtesy photo)

Pa. National Guard supports operations at Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center
May 14, 2020 — Forty Soldiers and Airmen from the Pennsylvania National Guard, in cooperation with state agencies, recently began a support mission the Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center... MORE

Civil Support Team's Capt. Cesar Allen and Pennsylvania Task Force West's Lt. Col. Albert Fogle discuss the operation and coordinate efforts at the Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center in Beaver, Pa., on May 12, 2020.

Pa. National Guard troops recognized for Gracedale Nursing Home mission
May 13, 2020 — Soldiers and Airmen from the Pennsylvania National Guard were recognized May 11, 2020, for their work at Gracedale Nursing Home in Northampton County... MORE

Soldiers and Airmen from the Pennsylvania National Guard were recognized for their work and service to support the Gracedale Nursing Home in Nazareth, Pa. The recipients were (Left to right) Spc. Andy Arnal, motor transport operator for the 337th Engineer Battalion, and a Moscow, Pa. native; Sgt. Ashley Peralta, combat medic with the 213th Regional Support Group, and an Allentown, Pa., native; Airman 1st Class Kelly Teufel, aerospace medical service with the 193rd Special Operations Wing and a Royersford, Pa., native; and Airman 1st Class Keegan Gordner, aerospace medical service with the 193rd SOW, and a Pine Grove, Pa., native. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Keeler).

PA Guard Medical Professionals conduct ventilator training
May 12, 2020 — Medical professionals from the Pennsylvania National Guard perform ventilator training at the Medical Simulation Training Center at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa on May 6, 2020. The training is very relevant to what the Soldiers and Airmen might face while assisting the fight against COVID-19... MORE

PA Air, Army Guard join together for Ventilator training
May 12, 2020 — Soldiers and Airmen from the Pennsylvania National Guard joined forces for ventilator training at the Medical Simulation Training Center on May 6, 2020... MORE

FORT INDIANTOWN GAP – One of the control panels for the mannequin utilized during the scenario training at the Medical Simulation Training Center on May 6, 2020. The control panel allows the operator to simulate multiple changes that the team of Pennsylvania National Guard medical professionals have to react to while assisting the patient (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Keeler).