Latest / Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Moderna’s mRNA Flu Shot Approved | Charleston News
Moderna’s groundbreaking mRNA flu vaccine just got FDA approval—targeting adults 50 and up—and could reshape flu prevention this fall. Despite past skepticism from government officials who questioned mRNA’s effectiveness against respiratory viruses, science moved forward. In a major trial of 40,000 people, the vaccine cut flu cases by 27% with mostly mild side effects. It’s especially promising for those with chronic conditions who don’t qualify for high-dose shots—and it might be faster to adapt to new flu strains. Already gaining global attention, this could be the flu shot game-changer…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.