From what I gather, these are standalone, triggered by the steep drop in Gardasil sales. Given where things are headed, I'm worried we'll see more layoffs beyond the announced targets. It's terrifying, really, especially with the industry-wide contraction in jobs.
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Merck Cuts Jobs, Ends Gardasil Production in Durham
Merck & Co. is laying off 154 employees at its Durham, North Carolina facility. The company is ending production of Gardasil and Gardasil 9 at the site. This decision stems from a recent worldwide reduction in demand for the vaccine. The job cuts are scheduled to take effect on May 1. Merck continuously evaluates its business and adjusts operations as needed.
https://www.fiercepharma.com/manufacturing/merck-lay-nearly-150-staffers-research-triangle-area-vaccine-plant