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Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine approved by FDA. When is it available?

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23 August 2026

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United States

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Fusion42 · 23 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

The FDA has approved Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine mFLUSIVA for adults aged 50 and older, offering a faster production method that could better match changing flu strains. The vaccine showed superior effectiveness to standard flu shots in clinical trials and may be available for the 2026-2027 flu season in the US.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Health, and 12 sources have reported it between 6 Aug 2026 and 27 Aug 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You face a new market opening with the first mRNA flu vaccine approved for over-50s. Expect demand shifts as this vaccine challenges traditional egg-based flu shots in speed and effectiveness.

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12 sources · first reported 6 Aug 2026 · latest 27 Aug 2026

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