In light of the rising bird flu outbreaks across U.S. poultry and cattle farms, scientists are urgently seeking measures to avert a potential human pandemic. A new breakthrough has emerged with the creation of the first mRNA bird-flu vaccine tailored for cattle, designed to elicit strong immune responses against the H5N1 virus. Initial results indicate effective protection in calves, underpinning the vaccine's potential role in preventing animal-to-human transmission. This innovative approach builds on established mRNA vaccine technologies and could be pivotal in addressing the growing threat posed by avian influenza outbreaks.
"The results have not yet been peer-reviewed."
"It's so easy to switch, that's really the value of using mRNA-based vaccines."
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