Overview

• Since 2021, 1,098 Berlin residents have filed COVID vaccine damage claims, with just 18 recognized and about 550 cases still under review.
• Brandenburg authorities received 417 claims through April 2025, approving seven and rejecting 286 while forwarding 23 to other states.
• The processing backlog stems from the requirement for comprehensive medical documentation and expert assessments.
• Health Minister Britta Müller has called for streamlined and transparent procedures to reduce hurdles for affected individuals.
• Those suffering vaccine damage are entitled to medical treatments, financial assistance and care, supported by new advisory networks in both regions.