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DTP vaccine litigation.

American Journal of Diseases of Children (1960)

|June 1, 1986

Summary

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Lawsuits alleging vaccine damage have surged dramatically, increasing from one case in 1978 to 73 in 1984. This trend threatens the future availability of diphtheria and tetanus toxoids and pertussis vaccine, adsorbed (DTP vaccine).

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Area of Science:

Immunization
Vaccine Safety
Public Health Policy

Background:

Diphtheria and tetanus toxoids and pertussis vaccine, adsorbed (DTP vaccine) is a critical childhood immunization.
Manufacturers face increasing legal challenges related to alleged vaccine-induced harm.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the trend in lawsuits filed against DTP vaccine manufacturers.
To assess the financial and availability implications of these lawsuits.

Main Methods:

Data analysis of lawsuits filed against DTP vaccine manufacturers between 1978 and 1984.
Examination of claim amounts and case filing frequency.

Main Results:

A significant increase in lawsuits filed against DTP vaccine manufacturers, from 1 in 1978 to 73 in 1984.

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A substantial rise in the average claim amount per suit, from $10 million in 1978 to $46.5 million in 1984.

Conclusions:

The escalating number and value of lawsuits pose a significant threat to the continued availability of DTP vaccines in the US.
Urgent consideration of legal and policy frameworks is needed to ensure vaccine supply.