August 7, 2025|
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|4 months agoWHO criticizes US decision to cancel mRNA vaccine funding
Geneva-based WHO expresses concern over US Health Secretary's decision to withdraw $500 million in mRNA vaccine funding
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- The United States has cancelled $500 million in funding designated for mRNA vaccine research and development.
- The funding withdrawal specifically targets vaccines for respiratory viruses.
- The US is scheduled to withdraw from the World Health Organization in January 2026.
By The Numbers
$500 million
Funding Cancelled
CHF 404 million
Funding Cancelled (Swiss Francs)
They Said
"This is unfortunate and ill-timed."
"A losing proposition."