The number of infected service members continues to rise, but at a much slower pace than in April. More than 1,300 staffers have contracted the fast-spreading virus since early March. More than 800 patients in the department's care have died from the virus since early March. More than 800 patients in the department's care have died from the virus since early March. More than 800 patients in the department's care have died from the virus since early March. A pilot and two junior sailors died, but the crew's calm under pressure saved eight others. Teams of volunteers from the veteran-lead disaster response group are helping staff the overwhelmed Kayenta Health Center in the heart of Navajo Nation. More troops were cleared of COVID-19 on Monday than tested positive for it. DPAA officials said all field work is suspended until at least June. Despite the threat of asymptomatic carriers, the Defense Department is sticking to only testing those with symptoms. Load More