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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has coronavirus, symptoms ‘mild’

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced he tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

21 months ago

COVID-19 USAG-Casey Gate Screening

Pentagon working on guidance for garrison commanders in states lifting coronavirus stay-at-home orders

With some states easing restrictions on local businesses and outdoor gathering spots, military installations will have to balance safety of forces with civilian moves.

By Meghann Myers and Karen Jowers

3 years ago

Military sees no quick exit from ‘new world’ of coronavirus

“This will be a new way of doing business that we have to focus in on."

By Robert Burns, The Associated Press

3 years ago

Pentagon reports nearly 1,000 new troops with coronavirus in last five days

The infection rate among troops is gaining on the U.S. populations 1-percent infection rate.

By Meghann Myers

3 years ago

Number of troops diagnosed with COVID-19 jumped nearly 50 percent over the weekend

Cases continue to rise, but it turns out two previously reported COVID-19 deaths were not related to the virus.

By Meghann Myers

3 years ago

Here’s how the military could help treat and contain the coronavirus pandemic

Field hospitals, hospital ships and new construction have all been suggested, but how feasible they are is another question.

By Meghann Myers

4 years ago

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