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The US Food and Drug Administration will now review Moderna’s new, messenger RNA–based flu vaccine after all, reversing course on a decision that rocked the biopharmaceutical industry last week.

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The administration wants to lean on allies, stockpiles, and targeted investments to compete with China, while experts warn of market distortion and call for innovative alternatives ...

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