US cancels $500M mRNA vaccine funding

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is canceling $500 million in funding for mRNA vaccine development for respiratory viruses. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the halt of 22 projects, citing concerns about mRNA technology and a desire to prioritize "safer, broader vaccine strategies." Experts warn this decision could hinder future pandemic responses, as mRNA technology is credited with rapid vaccine production and has potential uses beyond infectious diseases.


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