Heather MacDougall v. HHS - HPV, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2026)

On February 19, 2025, Heather MacDougall filed a petition alleging that a human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination administered on July 3, 2024 caused a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration. The public ruling identifies her as an adult but does not state an exact age.

Respondent filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding entitlement. The public ruling does not describe onset, medical visits, imaging, injections, therapy, or functional limitations.

On December 4, 2025, Chief Special Master Corcoran found Ms. MacDougall entitled to compensation for Table SIRVA.

Damages remain pending. Update: a decision awarding damages filed 2026-04-16 resolved the case for $43,038.