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Flu cases at Texas base hit 275 as services again require recruits to get shots
By Ellen Mitchell and The Hill at KXAN (NBC Austin) - All Stories
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
The number of flu cases at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas continues to rise in the wake of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s banishment of the influenza vaccine mandate for service members.
Why this matters in The Barton Creek
The surge in flu cases at Lackland Air Force Base has significant implications for the broader Austin area, given the base's proximity to Barton Creek . As the flu season intensifies, local health officials will be closely monitoring the situation to prevent the outbreak from spreading to surrounding communities. The reinstatement of flu shot requirements for recruits is a crucial step in mitigating the risk of transmission, but it may also put a strain on local healthcare resources. With the base's personnel and their families often interacting with the local population, the potential for community spread is a concern that cannot be ignored. As a result, residents of Barton Creek should be vigilant about taking preventive measures, such as getting vaccinated and practicing good hygiene, to protect themselves and their loved ones from the flu.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All Stories ·
Reading time: 1 min
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