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Europe Surpasses U.S. in Vaccine Approvals Amid Criticism

3/3/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration faces criticism as Europe outpaces the United States in vaccine and drug approvals.
The European Medicines Agency recommended approval of Moderna’s combination flu and Covid vaccine, and a trial showed higher antibody levels against the three main flu strains and Covid.
If approved, the vaccine would be the first single-shot option in either region to protect against both flu and Covid.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration faces criticism as Europe outpaces the United States in vaccine and drug approvals.
The European Medicines Agency recommended approval of Moderna’s combination flu and Covid vaccine, and a trial showed higher antibody levels against the three main flu strains and Covid.
If approved, the vaccine would be the first single-shot option in either region to protect against both flu and Covid.