Merck's melanoma vaccine trial shows reduced recurrence or death from skin cancer
Merck presented its mRNA melanoma vaccine trial data at a European cancer conference this weekend.
NPR reports: Merck presented its mRNA melanoma vaccine trial data at a European cancer conference this weekend.
Results are promising: The vaccine reduces recurrence and death alongside an immunotherapy drug.
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