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Hawaii joining West Coast vaccine alliance
The coalition formed in response to political interference aims to restore trust by providing consistent, science-based vaccine guidance; Hawaii's vaccination rate ranks among the highest globally, officials said.
- Hawaii joined the West Coast Health Alliance in 2023, partnering with California, Oregon, and Washington to coordinate vaccine policy and public health guidance.
- The alliance was established due to worries about political influence and doubts regarding the CDC's credibility during the Trump administration, alongside current instability within the agency’s leadership.
- The coalition aims to provide consistent, evidence-based immunization guidance informed by national medical organizations to ensure resident safety.
- Hawaii Governor Josh Green highlighted that health policies are based on scientific evidence rather than political influence, underscoring the importance of providing reliable vaccine recommendations for residents.
- The alliance's formation suggests a shift in state vaccine policy toward science-based recommendations amid federal uncertainty and divergence among states.
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