RFK Jr. halts $500 million in mRNA vaccine contracts
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The Department of Health and Human Services is canceling $500 million in funding for 22 mRNA vaccine projects led by major pharmaceutical companies, citing a shift towards developing broader, safer vaccine strategies. This decision, announced by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., reflects his ongoing skepticism of mRNA technology, despite its proven safety and effectiveness in combating COVID-19 and other diseases. Experts warn that abandoning mRNA research could hinder future pandemic preparedness, although HHS states other mRNA applications remain unaffected and focus is shifting to universal vaccines.
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