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Moderna’s mRNA Flu Shot Approved | Flint News

The FDA just approved Moderna’s new mRNA flu vaccine for adults 50 and older — the same tech used in some COVID shots — offering faster, more targeted protection against flu strains, potentially slashing hospitalizations. After overcoming political hurdles and initial FDA rejections, the vaccine’s benefits were deemed to outweigh risks. Unlike traditional shots, it uses mRNA to teach your cells to build flu proteins, sparking a stronger immune response. It can be produced quicker, allowing scientists to match strains closer to flu season. Approved for ages 50–64 and 65+, it may cause more…

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