Defense Secretary Hegseth ends mandatory flu vaccine requirement for US military personnel
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Tuesday that the annual flu vaccine will no longer be mandatory for US military personnel, both active and reserve. Hegseth framed the change as a matter of 'medical autonomy' and religious freedom, calling the previous mandate 'overly broad and not rational.' The policy change follows a prior move making the COVID-19 vaccine optional for service members.
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This event sits in the top 41% of divergence this week. 8 outlets covered it, splitting into 8 framing camps across 4 bias groups.
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Flu vaccine no longer mandatory for soldiers, says US military chief
Hegseth ends mandatory flu vaccine for US military, says shot is now optional
US military no longer required to get flu vaccine, Hegseth says
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Pentagon makes flu shot optional for troops, rescinding requirement
Pentagon ends mandatory flu vaccines for service members
Hegseth ends mandatory flu vaccine for service members
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