In comparison to the number of vaccines administered in the United States each year, vaccine injuries are extremely rare. However, with hundreds of millions of vaccines administered annually, the total number of vaccine injuries is still significant. This is a… Read More ›
While most people get vaccinated and go on with their day, for some, getting vaccinated is a life-altering experience. All types of vaccinations can lead to injuries, and while vaccine injuries are rare, individuals who experience these injuries often face… Read More ›
While flu shot injuries are rare, they do happen. Each year, many flu shot recipients and healthcare providers report injuries using the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS), and many more recipients file claims under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation… Read More ›
Encephalitis is an inflammatory condition that affects the brain. Among various other causes, encephalitis is known to result from certain vaccinations in an extremely small percentage of cases. Of course, while encephalitis as a vaccine injury may be rare, this… Read More ›
Several different types of vaccines present risks for seizures. In most cases, these seizures are mild and not associated with any significant or long-term health risks. However, seizures can be symptomatic of potentially serious vaccine injuries and illnesses in some… Read More ›
The Td and Tdap vaccines provide important protections for children and adults. While the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend these vaccines for routine administration and consider them to be safe for the substantial majority of the… Read More ›
As a parent, all you want is to keep your children safe. As a result, you take your children to their pediatrician’s office on an annual basis, and you get your children vaccinated according to the U.S. Centers for Disease… Read More ›
While the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommends most vaccines for most people, there are certain exceptions for people with pre-existing health conditions. However, having certain pre-existing health conditions can also make it especially important to get… Read More ›
Each year, tens of thousands of people in the United States experience adverse reactions to their vaccinations. While many of these adverse reactions are relatively minor, some involve serious injuries and illnesses. If you or your spouse or child has… Read More ›
Most claims filed under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) settle out of court. In fact, according to the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), approximately four out of five successful claimants receive a settlement rather than an… Read More ›