Many enjoy the 40-60% efficacy of protection offered by the influenza vaccine without issue, but some patients do experience complications. With the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, it is possible to receive compensation for your flu shot injury.
Influenza, or the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by a viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs. The virus travels from person to person through infectious droplets expelled from the nose or mouth, but chances of contracting the virus decrease between 40-60% with the administration of a flu shot.
