When a new pathogen emerges, our bodies and healthcare systems are left vulnerable. And when this pathogen causes the outbreak of a pandemic, there's an urgent need for a vaccine to create widespread immunity with minimal loss of life. So how quickly can we develop vaccines when we need them most? Dan Kwartler describes the three phases of vaccine development. [Directed by Good Bad Habits, narrated by Jack Cutmore-Scott, music by Landon Trimble / Playdate Audio].

Dan Kwartler: How fast can a vaccine be made?

How fast can a vaccine be made?

Traditional vaccines offer lasting resilience but are slow to produce, underscoring the urgent need for rapid innovation.

Future DNA and mRNA vaccines could revolutionize speed in all vaccine production stages, hinting at faster responses to pandemics.

Rapid vaccine development, as seen with COVID-19, leverages global cooperation and innovative techniques to protect populations.