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The Pentagon now lets Guard and reservists skip flu shots unless on active duty 30+ days, ending prior coverage.
The Pentagon has revised its annual flu shot policy for military personnel, allowing reservists and National Guard members to skip the vaccine unless on active duty for at least 30 days.
The change, outlined in a May 29 memo by Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg, ends military coverage for flu shots obtained outside active duty and limits the requirement to cases where vaccination supports readiness.
While active-duty troops still face the annual mandate, the policy shift, not publicly announced, has raised questions due to conflicting messaging, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth amplifying a social media post claiming National Guard members won’t be forced to get the shot.
The change aligns with broader federal health policy shifts under the Trump administration, including the removal of a key COVID-19 vaccine recommendation and efforts to offer back pay to former service members discharged for vaccine refusal—though only a small number have returned.
El Pentágono ahora permite que la Guardia y los reservistas omitan las vacunas contra la gripe a menos que estén en servicio activo más de 30 días, terminando la cobertura previa.