Grace Newell v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2026)

Grace Newell filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) following an influenza vaccination on September 5, 2024. She further alleged that her injury lasted longer than six months.

The respondent filed a report conceding entitlement to compensation, stating that Ms. Newell had no prior history of shoulder issues, her pain occurred within 48 hours after the vaccination, and her symptoms were limited to the side of administration.

The respondent agreed that Ms. Newell satisfied all requirements for compensation under the Act.

Based on the respondent's concession and the evidence, Chief Special Master Corcoran found Ms. Newell entitled to compensation.