Option 1: Submit a VAERS Report online
The online VAERS Report must be completed and submitted in the same session; it cannot be saved and edited at a later time. Note: sessions time out after 20 minutes of inactivity; no information is saved.
Option 2: Download a Writable PDF Form and upload when ready
Everyone is encouraged to report possible adverse events after vaccination to VAERS, even if they are not sure whether the vaccine caused the problem. In general, you should report any side eect or health problem after vaccination that is concerning to you.
Healthcare providers are strongly encouraged to report to VAERS:
Any adverse event that occurs after the administration of a vaccine licensed in the United States, whether it is or is not clear that a vaccine caused the adverse event
Vaccine manufacturers are required to report to VAERS all adverse events that come to their attention.
CDC and FDA encourage anyone who experiences (or is made aware) of an adverse event after vaccination to report it to VAERS, even if they are not sure the vaccine caused the problem:
– Patients
– Parents/family member Caregivers
– Those who administer vaccines
– Healthcare providers
– Vaccine manufacturers