Rhona Page v. HHS - Influenza, left shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

Rhona Page filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered left shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) resulting from an influenza vaccine she received on October 10, 2022. The petition stated that her symptoms lasted for more than six months.

Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner is entitled to compensation, agreeing that her injury was consistent with SIRVA as defined in the Vaccine Injury Table. Specifically, Respondent noted that Petitioner had no prior history of shoulder issues, her pain occurred within 48 hours of vaccination, and the pain and reduced range of motion were limited to the injection site.

The Respondent further agreed that Petitioner suffered residual effects for more than six months and satisfied all legal prerequisites for compensation. Based on the Respondent's concession and the evidence, the Chief Special Master found Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, a decision awarding damages was issued. Respondent filed a proffer indicating that Petitioner should be awarded $40,000.00 for pain and suffering, in addition to $1,167.70 to satisfy the State of California Medicaid lien.

Petitioner agreed with this proffered award. The Chief Special Master awarded Rhona Page a total of $41,167.70 in compensation.