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The governors of Washington, Oregon, and California have launched the West Coast Health Alliance to issue independent vaccine recommendations, citing the politicization of the CDC. While the alliance aims to follow guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics, concerns are raised regarding insurance coverage for healthy children and the potential for "shadow systems" of public health.
Fukushima Tsunami Debris, Japanese Dock Washes Up in Oregon
A massive dock from the Fukushima tsunami washed ashore in the Pacific Northwest, specifically near the Oregon coast. Authorities destroyed the structure by burning it to prevent the spread of invasive barnacles and vermin. There are concerns regarding potential radioactivity, though the hosts discuss the logistical difficulty of testing the debris with Geiger counters.
