(KWWL) - In an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the Iowa National Guard is announcing new guidelines. All this, hoping to protect the health of its service members, civilian employees and families.

The Iowa Gold Star Military Museum, the Camp Dodge Wellness Center and the USO have all closed. In addition, all Iowa National armory and facility rentals are canceled through May 19th.

They're also enforcing a Department of Defense-wide travel restriction. This means prohibiting non-essential travel for service members and federal employees. In addition, telework options have been put in place, reducing the number of personnel in facilities.

Nine Iowa National Guard service members are currently prepared to support the State Emergency Operations Center at Joint Forces Headquarters in Johnston. They say they're prepared to activate additional service members if necessary.