Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) can be a life-altering condition. While GBS is rare—and while its specific cause remains unknown—it has been linked to the flu shot and tetanus vaccines in some cases. Awareness of this link is growing; and, today, cases… Read More ›
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released its updated vaccine recommendations for fall 2024. At the same time, it published the answers to several frequently asked questions (FAQs) about getting vaccinated on Vaccines.gov. Here is an… Read More ›
The 2023-2024 flu season is in full swing. Here are the latest updates from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), along with some information on flu vaccine injury claims from vaccine injury lawyer Leah V. Durant: Updated… Read More ›
Adverse vaccine reactions are relatively rare. While healthcare providers in the United States administer hundreds of millions of vaccinations each year, less than 2,000 vaccine recipients file claims under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (the “Vaccine Program”) annually. But,… Read More ›
Each year, we publish numerous articles on our Vaccine Blog discussing topics related to vaccine safety, vaccine injuries and vaccine injury claims under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). As we head into 2023, here is a look back… Read More ›
When it comes to making decisions about immunizations, it is extremely important to make sure you are relying on accurate and up-to-date information. Recognizing that false information about vaccines is becoming increasingly prevalent, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and… Read More ›
Earlier this year, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a study with some noteworthy findings on the flu shot’s effectiveness in children. According to the CDC, the study found that “flu vaccination protected children against serious… Read More ›
All vaccines have side effects. In most cases, these side effects are mild (at worst), and most people experience them for no more than 24 to 48 hours. However, all vaccines have risks as well; and, when getting vaccinated, it… Read More ›
Under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), vaccine-related injuries and illnesses are broadly separated into two categories: “on-table” injuries and “off-table” injuries. While injuries in both categories are eligible for compensation, there are less steps involved in pursuing a… Read More ›
It is officially flu season in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “In the United States, flu viruses are most common during the fall and winter months. Influenza activity often begins to increase… Read More ›