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flag West Coast states unite on vaccine guidance amid federal confusion and falling childhood immunization rates.

flag Amid inconsistent federal vaccine guidance, California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii have formed the West Coast Health Alliance to unify recommendations for COVID-19, flu, and RSV vaccines, expanding access beyond CDC advice. flag The coalition aims to improve public trust and streamline care, while Florida’s move to phase out childhood vaccine mandates sparks concern among experts about rising disease risks. flag A nationwide study reveals 77% of U.S. counties saw declines in childhood vaccination rates since 2019, with exemption rates doubling in many areas. flag Experts warn that falling immunization levels threaten herd immunity and could lead to preventable outbreaks, urging states to uphold science-based policies despite federal uncertainty.

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