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EQUIPEngadget · 1h ago

FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine after initially refusing to review it

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The FDA has granted approval for Moderna's mRNA-based seasonal flu vaccine, reversing its initial refusal to review the application. This regulatory milestone introduces mRNA technology into the seasonal influenza market to potentially improve immunization efficacy.

  • 01FDA approves Moderna seasonal mRNA flu vaccine following a previous refusal to review
  • 02Approval marks a strategic expansion of mRNA technology into the global influenza market
  • 03Regulatory clearance follows an initial period of administrative or clinical uncertainty
  • 04New vaccine platform offers a potential alternative to traditional egg-based manufacturing methods

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After refusing to even review it, the FDA has approved Moderna's mRNA seasonal flu vaccine.