New mRNA Flu Vaccine Helps Older Adults

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A new flu vaccine may soon come to the U.S. market. It uses the same mRNA technology as COVID-19 vaccines.

Health advisers recommended this new flu vaccine for older people. They voted yes, saying benefits are more than risks.

This new technology helps fight flu outbreaks better. It allows quick changes if the flu virus changes.

In a study, Moderna's vaccine cut flu cases by 27%. It also made a strong immune response in older people.

The vaccine caused some temporary side effects like pain and tiredness. These common reactions mean your immune system is responding.

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What technology does the new flu vaccine use?

It uses the same mRNA technology as COVID-19 vaccines.

Who recommended the new flu vaccine?

Health advisers recommended this new flu vaccine for older people.

What did the study find about Moderna's vaccine?

The study found that Moderna's vaccine cut flu cases by 27% and made a strong immune response in older people.

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