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Half of vaccines are binned - 'fridge-free' versions could change that

Half of vaccines are binned - 'fridge-free' versions could change that
BBC Health Extra Wednesday 05 August 2026, 23:14 UTC 1 min read
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Scientists have kept vaccines stable at room temperature for a year, which could transform global vaccination.

Scientists have kept vaccines stable at room temperature for a year, which could transform global vaccination.
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