US halts mRNA vaccine development

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will stop initiating new mRNA vaccine projects. This decision impacts 22 projects valued at nearly $500 million. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated that data shows these vaccines are ineffective against respiratory infections. The agency is shifting funding to "safer, broader vaccine platforms." This move follows a review of mRNA investments and aligns with recent policy changes regarding COVID-19 vaccines and vaccine advisory committees.


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