European Commission Expands Bavarian Nordic IMVANEX Use for Children 2-<12
The European Commission adopted a CHMP positive opinion approving a type II variation for Bavarian Nordic’s IMVANEX (MVA-BN) smallpox and mpox vaccine, extending EU marketing authorization to children aged 2 to less than 12 years. The non-replicating vaccine is now authorized for EU use in individuals aged 2 and older to help protect vulnerable populations and strengthen public health preparedness.