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The Spanish Flu — a deadly postscript to WWI — started at a US military base

Approximately 43,000 service members were killed by the influenza virus that was first identified at an Army base in Haskell County, Kansas.

By Claire Barrett

5 days ago

Flu vaccine requirement discarded ‘effective immediately,’ Hegseth says

The flu vaccine has been required annually for U.S. military personnel since the 1950s .

By Patricia Kime

6 days ago

Air Force first to upgrade records for troops discharged over COVID vax refusal

Hegseth also announced that the active-duty obligation for troops who opt to return to service is slashed in half from four years to just two years.

By Cristina Stassis

5 weeks ago

Supreme Court declines COVID vaccine mandate cases

The justices denied petitions Monday for Poffenbarger v. Meink and Doster v. Meink.

By Patricia Kime

2 months ago

GI Bill benefits restored to vets dismissed for COVID vaccine refusal

Thousands of veterans discharged during the Biden administration for refusing the COVID vaccine may regain eligibility for GI Bill education benefits.

By Cristina Stassis

5 months ago

Pentagon begins outreach to reenlist troops booted for COVID vaccine

The Defense Department is offering back pay to service members who were involuntarily separated after refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.

By Riley Ceder and Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

13 months ago