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EMA Approves First Combined COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine

Published February 27, 2026, 17:06
EMA Approves First Combined COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has approved mCombriax, the first combined COVID-19 and seasonal flu vaccine for individuals aged 50 and above. The vaccine, manufactured by Moderna Biotech, is based on mRNA technology and offers protection against both diseases with a single injection. The approval is based on data showing that the vaccine induces the production of adequate antibodies. The most common side effects include pain at the injection site, fatigue, and fever. The EMA approval is an intermediate step towards final approval by the European Commission.