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Defense Department Officials Considered Flu Vaccination Program Before Base Outbreak
Military officials discussed a flu vaccination program weeks before an outbreak occurred at a base. The discussion followed the April decision by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to lift a prior vaccine requirement.
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The internal talks began shortly after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lifted an earlier vaccine requirement in April.
Background on the Policy Change The April decision ended a standing requirement that had applied to service members. Officials anticipated potential gaps in coverage after the requirement was removed.
The department has not released details on whether the proposed program was approved or implemented. Further information on the outbreak and any subsequent measures has not been provided.
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