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Health · Infectious disease · published 2026-08-06 · via STAT News

Moderna's mRNA-Based Influenza Shot Receives FDA Approval

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted approval to Moderna's influenza vaccine, marking the first licensed flu shot built on messenger RNA technology. This milestone expands the use of mRNA platforms beyond COVID-19 vaccines. The decision could pave the way for more rapid updates to seasonal flu vaccines in future years.

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