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Flu Outbreak at Lackland Ends | San Antonio News
A deadly flu outbreak at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, home to Air Force basic training, has officially ended after two months, sickening over 280 recruits and claiming one life — Airman First Class Keon Talik McDaniel. The outbreak, which began after flu shots were made optional in April, surged as recruits lived in close quarters. Facing public outcry and rising cases, the Pentagon reversed course, reinstating mandatory flu shots for Lackland trainees. This sobering episode underscores how fast viruses spread in dense environments and the vital role of public health measures — a critical…
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