Moderna receives Health Canada approval for updated COVID-19 vaccine targeting SARS-CoV-2 variant LP.8.1

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22 August 2025 - All 2025 pre-filled syringe doses to be made in Canada, marking a domestic production milestone.

Moderna announced today that Health Canada has authorized its updated COVID-19 mRNA vaccine, Spikevax, targeting the SARS-CoV-2 LP.8.1 variant, for individuals aged six months and older.

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