If the health care budget of Vietnam is about $7 a person, that would be enough for one flu shot.

This is not a Vietnamese problem; this is a global public health problem where Vietnam is at the front line,

It was a huge blow not having Fabian in the scoring, but his health is more important than results. He has adjusted his medications and should be ready for tomorrow. I feel the men are skiing super consistent, finishing only seconds behind each other. Only having three skiers makes it difficult and really affects our team scores, but we are going to continue to ski strong.

We have to realize that Iraq is already a Vietnam. But if there's going to continue to be turmoil among the Iraqi citizens themselves that puts us in the middle that's a problem because the good guys are the ones getting hurt.

I share this story to give other parents a warning about what can happen with the cost of health care in Oregon that is out of control. I believe that exposing a wide range of prices will help consumers stand up and demand more accountability for the money we are paying for hospital care.

Public health and safety are my highest priorities.