FDA rejects Moderna mRNA flu vaccine application

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Moderna wanted to use new mRNA technology for a flu shot. The FDA said no to its application for this new vaccine.

The FDA did not like how Moderna did its big study. The study compared it to a standard shot, not the best one.

Moderna said the FDA gave them different advice earlier in 2024. The agency also allowed the company to start the study.

Moderna believes its new vaccine has no safety problems. It wants to talk with the FDA about this decision soon.

The FDA is now checking all vaccines very carefully. This special look at mRNA shots is under a new health official.

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What technology did Moderna want to use for the flu shot?

Moderna wanted to use new mRNA technology for a flu shot.

Why did the FDA say no to Moderna's vaccine application?

The FDA did not like how Moderna did its big study.

What is Moderna's belief about its new vaccine?

Moderna believes its new vaccine has no safety problems.

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