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Members of Congress call for mandatory flu vaccines for military after Lackland outbreak, death reported
By Kory Cook at Texas Public Radio (TPR)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Three Democratic members of Congress are trying to restore mandatory annual influenza vaccinations for all U.S. military servicemembers following a flu outbreak at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland that infected nearly 300 trainees.
Key takeaway military servicemembers following a flu outbreak at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland that infected nearly 300 trainees.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The call for mandatory flu vaccines in the military has significant implications for Alamo Heights , given its proximity to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. As a community with close ties to the base, the health and well-being of servicemembers and their families are of paramount concern. The recent flu outbreak at Lackland, which infected nearly 300 trainees, raises questions about the potential for community spread and the need for robust public health measures. If mandatory vaccinations are reinstated, it could have a ripple effect on local healthcare providers and pharmacies, which may see an increase in demand for flu vaccines. Additionally, the economic impact on local businesses that serve the military community could be significant, particularly if the base takes steps to restrict movement or gatherings in response to future outbreaks. As this issue unfolds, Alamo Heights residents will be watching closely to see how it affects their community.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Three Democratic members of Congress are trying to restore mandatory annual influenza vaccinations for all U.S. military servicemembers following a flu outbreak at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland that infected nearly 300 trainees.
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