MVA-BN was approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) today for use against Mpox and smallpox in adolescents 12-17 years of age. This is of huge importance given the current Mpox outbreak has yet to be controlled and has disproportionately impacted children. Dr. Diemert and the GW VRU team are proud to have contributed critical clinical research needed to get this vaccine approved for this vital vulnerable population.
The Mpox Vaccine, MVA-BN, Receives Approval for Use in Adolescents 12 - 17 years of age
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