Patty Pugh v. HHS - Influenza, unspecified injury after influenza vaccination (2026)

On October 7, 2024, Patty Pugh filed a petition alleging that an influenza vaccination administered on September 8, 2021 caused an injury. The public order does not identify a specific diagnosis, onset date, treatment course, or expert theory.

Before respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report, Ms. Pugh moved to dismiss the petition.

She stated that she understood a judgment against her would end her right to file a civil action for damages for the alleged vaccine injury. Chief Special Master Brian H.

Corcoran dismissed the case without prejudice on February 19, 2026. No entitlement ruling was made, and no compensation was awarded.