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Military reinstates flu shot requirement amid outbreak
The Pentagon has reinstated mandatory flu vaccinations for recruits following a significant outbreak at a Texas Air Force base. The number of flu cases at the base has increased sharply in recent weeks. (sources: thehill, nytimes, theguardian, cbsnews, ap)
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Lackland Air Force Base in Texas reported 275 flu cases, prompting the Pentagon to restore the flu vaccination requirement for all military recruits. This decision follows an outbreak that began after the vaccine mandate was lifted earlier this year.
- The number of flu cases at Lackland Air Force Base rose from 160 to 275 in one week.
- The Pentagon's decision to require flu shots for recruits comes after a significant outbreak at the base.
- The vaccine mandate was previously lifted in April by the Defense Secretary.
Why it matters
The reinstatement of the flu shot requirement aims to control the outbreak and protect military personnel.
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