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flag Four Western states create independent vaccine guidelines amid CDC advisory overhaul.

flag Four Western states—California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii—formed the West Coast Health Alliance to issue independent vaccine recommendations for the 2025-26 respiratory virus season, citing concerns over political influence at the CDC. flag Their guidance, based on advice from major medical organizations, covers flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines, recommending shots for children over six months, pregnant individuals, and adults with risk factors. flag The move follows the dismissal of all 17 members of the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who appointed new members with skepticism toward certain vaccines. flag With no final CDC recommendation yet for updated COVID-19 vaccines, access varies, and insurance coverage may depend on CDC approval. flag The CDC’s advisory panel is set to meet to review recommendations.

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