Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS)

The Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) is a U.S. government program that collects and analyzes reports of adverse events following vaccination. It's intended to monitor the safety of vaccines by allowing anyone—patients, healthcare providers, and manufacturers—to report health issues that may occur after vaccination. While VAERS data can help identify potential safety concerns, it’s important to note that reported events are not necessarily caused by the vaccine. The system helps health authorities ensure vaccine safety and is a crucial part of ongoing vaccine surveillance.