US cancels more than $700 million funding for Moderna bird flu vaccine
Investing.comWednesday, May 28, 2025 at 11:50:54 PM
The US government has pulled the plug on over $700 million in funding for Moderna’s bird flu vaccine, a project aimed at preparing for potential outbreaks. While the exact reasons aren’t spelled out, it suggests a shift in priorities or confidence in the vaccine’s necessity. Moderna’s mRNA tech was being tapped for this, but now the money’s being reallocated—leaving questions about how ready we’ll be if bird flu becomes a bigger threat.
Editor’s Note: Bird flu might not be making headlines right now, but it’s a lingering risk—especially for farms and food supplies. Cutting funding for a preventive vaccine could leave us scrambling if cases spike. It also raises eyebrows about how governments weigh long-term threats versus immediate budgets. For Moderna, it’s another bump in the road after its COVID-era highs.
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