Map of California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii highlighting their new health alliance.

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Published: September 5, 2025, 3:05 p.m. Health Positive

California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii have formed a new health alliance to address public health concerns amid criticism of the CDC's leadership. This coalition aims to establish immunization guidelines based on trusted scientific expertise, countering the detrimental changes made under Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Former CDC directors have expressed alarm over the agency's current state, citing significant cuts and mismanagement. The alliance represents a proactive step by these states to safeguard the health of their residents and restore evidence-based public health practices. As the CDC's credibility wanes, these states are committed to ensuring that public health policies are informed by qualified professionals.

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