The Needle and the Damage (Not) Done

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By Neuroskeptic
Nov 10, 2009 12:11 AMNov 5, 2019 12:18 AM

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You may already have heard about Desiree Jennings.

If not, here's a summary, although for the full story you should consult Steven Novella or Orac, whose expert analyses of the case are second to none. Desiree Jennings is a 25 year old woman from Ashburn, Virginia who developed horrible symptoms following a seasonal flu vaccination in August. As she puts it:

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