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Lassa fever vaccine for deadly virus within reach after ‘promising’ trial results

About 300,000 Lassa fever infections occur every year killing 5,000 people a year, but a vaccine could save lives

The Independent UK · Jun 9

World’s first AI-designed vaccine explained

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed what they describe as a fundamentally new type of vaccine using artificial intelligence (AI). The vaccine’s key component was designed entirely by AI and has now been tested in people for the first time.

The Conversation · Jun 9

Oxford University and Moderna to trial pioneering cancer vaccine

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The Independent UK · Jun 9

Dangerous winter virus far more than 'just a bad cold'

Health authorities are urging seniors to get a free vaccine to protect them from a common winter virus that can cause severe illness, hospitalisation and death.

AAP · Jun 7

Today Is National Cancer Survivors Day — Half a Million Survivors Living in New York City Signal a Powerful Story of Hope and Progress

National Cancer Survivors Day 2026 highlights 500,000 NYC survivors and major research breakthroughs, including mRNA cancer vaccines, rising survival rates.

Medical Daily · Jun 7

US insurers’ move to back vaccines sends ‘powerful’ message about safety of shots, experts say

As Trump officials take aim at vaccine schedule, scientists encouraged by companies’ desire to continue coverage

The Guardian - US · Jun 7

Australia’s winter illness season is back – what viruses are prevalent this year and when should you get vaccinated?

Comparatively low numbers of respiratory viruses so far this year follows the worst influenza season in Australia on record in 2025, which saw more than 500,000 confirmed infections

The Guardian - AU · Jun 6

‘This is a fundamental shift in how we prepare for pandemics’: Researchers used AI and known genetic codes to develop a ‘fundamentally new’ vaccine that ‘could help speed up the roll out vaccines to benefit people all over the world’

The research team hope that the new AI development method could help create vaccines that target a whole family of viruses

TechRadar · Jun 5

First AI-designed 'universal vaccine' tested in humans: UK researchers

A groundbreaking vaccine, designed entirely by artificial intelligence, has been tested in humans for the first time. This experimental jab aims to protect against a wide range of viruses, including those that caused SARS, MERS, and Covid-19. Early trials involving a small group showed a modest effect on immune systems.

The Economic Times · Jun 5

RFK Jr. Wants to Access Medical Data of All Americans To Study Vaccines And Autism Links

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. seeks access to Americans' medical records to explore vaccine-autism links, sparking privacy and data use concerns.

International Business Times UK · Jun 5