Novel mRNA cancer vaccine helps reduce chances of melanoma patients' tumors returning

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Original Load Date Oct. 23, 2026, 11 a.m.
Last Updated Oct. 23, 2026, 11 a.m.
Original URL https://abc7chicago.com/story/novel-mrna-cancer-vaccine-helps-reduce-chances-melanoma-patients-tumors-returning/19972474/

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A first-of-its-kind cancer vaccine is significantly reducing the chances that melanoma patients’ tumors come back, according to results of a major study released Thursday by drugmakers Moderna and Merck. The vaccine was custom-brewed for each patient to match their tumor. Adding it to a standard po...