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Lackland flu outbreak raises questions about Pentagon vaccine policy
By By David Martin Davies and Tim Gutierrez Texas Public Radio at Denton Record-Chronicle
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
At least 222 trainees have gotten sick during a flu outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. The Air Force says it has been working to contain the virus for the past three weeks.
Key takeaway The Air Force says it has been working to contain the virus for the past three weeks.
Why this matters in Denton News
The flu outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio has significant implications for the Dallas-Fort Worth area, where many military personnel and their families reside. As the Pentagon's vaccine policy is called into question, local health officials in Denton County may need to reassess their own preparedness for potential outbreaks. With the base's proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth area, there is a risk of the flu spreading to local communities, particularly among families with ties to the military. The fact that the Air Force has been working to contain the virus for three weeks suggests that the outbreak is a serious concern, and local health officials should be vigilant in monitoring the situation and taking proactive measures to prevent the spread of the flu in Denton County. This outbreak may also impact local healthcare systems, which could face an influx of patients if the flu were to spread to the area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: Denton Record-Chronicle ·
Reading time: 1 min
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