Leah Durant
Leah Durant
October Was Vaccine Injury Awareness Month, but It’s Not Too Late to Take Action
With the new school year in full swing and the holiday season right around the corner, October tends to be a busy month for vaccinations. In order to help raise awareness of the risks associated with flu shots and other vaccines during this busy time of year, October has been designated as Vaccine Injury Awareness … Continue reading
What Vaccines are Available for the Flu? Are There Any Risks?
Vaccine Lawyer Leah Durant explains the common side effects and injuries associated with annual flu vaccines. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), half of all children age six months to 17 years have been vaccinated for the flu in the past 12 months. The rate of vaccination drops to less than … Continue reading
Recognizing HPV Vaccine Side Effects
HPV vaccine lawyer Leah Durant takes a look at common side effects and risk factors associated with Cervarix, Gardasil and Gardasil 9. Recognizing HPV Vaccine Side Effects Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a type of infection that causes warts in both men and women, and for women is also the primary cause of cervical cancer. … Continue reading
What to Do When Harmed by a Vaccine
I speak to many people whose vaccinations were meant to be a precaution, but for them the ordeal has resulted in an unending saga of missed work, pain, and disability. If you’ve been hurt by a vaccine, it’s quite possible you may need legal representation to file a claim for a vaccine-related injury. In 1988, … Continue reading
Compensation for Flu Vaccine Injuries
Approximately 150 million people get vaccinated for the flu every year. For the most part these people carry on with their lives and experience the benefits of immunity to whatever strain of flu is most prevalent that season. Others, unfortunately, find themselves suffering from an unexpected flu vaccine injury. When this happens, you may not … Continue reading
Filing A Claim with The National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
If you’ve been injured after receiving a vaccination, you may be eligible to receive compensation from the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. This national fund is set up to provide money to those who were injured by certain covered vaccinations. At The Law Offices of Leah V. Durant, we can help you by pairing you … Continue reading
Is the Flu Vaccine Effective and What Are Common Side Effects of the Flu Shot?
Many people wonder whether the annual flu vaccination is effective in combatting flu. The simple answer is that effectiveness of the annual influenza vaccination depends on several factors. The most important factor in determining the vaccine’s effectiveness is how well scientists identify and match flu strains when developing a vaccine for that season. According to … Continue reading
More than Just a Pinch
For years, doctors have told patients that a shot feels like a “quick pinch” on the shoulder. Sometimes, though, that “pinch” can lead to serious injury. In rare situations, a vaccination can cause Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration. Known as SIRVA, this injury has been in the news lately. CBS recently reported a story … Continue reading
Common Questions Surrounding the Safety of Vaccines
When it comes to vaccines, many people question whether vaccination is right for them and their families. The founding principle of scientific research is the asking and answering of questions. When it comes to vaccines, knowing the science behind their effectiveness is key. According to the scientific evidence supporting vaccinations, vaccines are safe and effective … Continue reading
Worried About Getting Flu? Women Shouldn’t Be
The flu — it’s a guy thing. A recent study from the Stanford University School of Medicine has found evidence that the flu vaccine is more effective in women than men. Even when women get the flu, the study suggests that they are better at fighting off the virus. This disparity between men and women … Continue reading
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