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New melanoma vaccine cuts recurrence risk by 42%, marking a major treatment advance.

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23 Oct 2026
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New melanoma vaccine cuts recurrence risk by 42%, marking a major treatment advance.

Moderna and Merck released Phase 3 trial results showing their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, combined with Keytruda, reduces melanoma recurrence or death risk by 42% compared to Keytruda alone. Specialists see this as a significant breakthrough that could become standard post-surgery care, potentially preventing metastatic disease and improving patient outcomes. Despite a stock sell-off due to investor expectations, experts highlight the vaccine's clinical promise and mild side effects. Further data will be presented at a medical conference, and regulatory approval is expected next year.

Moderna's stock trades at USD 203.33 with a slight 0.35% gain on Pluang as of Oct 23, 2026 22:41 WIB, despite the article noting a sell-off. Merck shares are down 1.70% at USD 144.74 on Pluang during the same time frame. The platform shows significant sell pressure with 71% of orders selling Moderna and 63% selling Merck, reflecting cautious investor sentiment around these health sector leaders.

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