接種後、体調不良の患者と死亡者の遺族 「新型コロナワクチンは薬害」損害賠償求め国を提訴　東京地裁前から大石アンカーマンが中継

Summary

A group of patients suffering from long-term adverse effects and the bereaved families of those who died after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine have filed a lawsuit against the Japanese government, demanding recognition of the vaccine as a pharmaceutical harm and compensation of 3 million yen per person. The lawsuit, unprecedented in its collective nature, seeks an apology and aims to hold the government accountable for any health damages caused by the vaccine. With over 4 billion doses administered and reports of 37,000 adverse reactions and 2,193 deaths, the case is expected to be a long and pivotal legal battle, potentially lasting 3 to 5 years.

Takeaways

• 📅 It has been three years since the COVID-19 vaccine was officially administered, with about 80% of the population reportedly vaccinated.
• 🚨 Today could be a significant milestone regarding the COVID-19 vaccine, as patients suffering from post-vaccination health issues and the bereaved families of those who died are suing the government for damages, claiming the vaccine is harmful.
• 📢 The plaintiffs are demanding compensation of 3 million yen per person for damages, including apologies from the government for the vaccine's side effects, which they consider as drug-induced harm.
• 👥 The group lawsuit involves patients and bereaved families who have been suffering from long-term health issues post-vaccination, marking the first collective lawsuit of its kind.
• 🏥 There have been reported cases of 4.36 billion vaccinations, with over 37,000 reported adverse reactions and 2,193 deaths suspected to be related to the vaccine.
• 🏛️ The government maintains its stance that there are no particular issues with the vaccine, which sets the stage for a comprehensive legal confrontation over the vaccine's side effects.
• 🗣️ The plaintiffs include a paralyzed resident and a parent who lost their 39-year-old son, both expressing regret and a strong desire for the government to acknowledge the vaccine's harmful effects.
• 💼 The lawsuit is not just about compensation; it also seeks an official recognition of the vaccine's harmful effects and an apology from the government.
• 🔍 The case could set a precedent similar to previous drug-induced harm cases, such as those involving AIDS and Thalidomide, if the vaccine is officially recognized as harmful.
• ⏳ The legal process is expected to be lengthy, possibly taking between 3 to 5 years, according to lawyer Akamatsu.
• 📺 The plaintiffs hope that the media will cover the lawsuit extensively to raise awareness and apply pressure on the government and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.

Q & A

What is the main event described in the script?

The main event described in the script is a group lawsuit filed against the Japanese government by patients and the bereaved families who claim to have suffered adverse effects or lost loved ones after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

What percentage of the Japanese population has reportedly been vaccinated against COVID-19?

Approximately 80% of the Japanese population has been vaccinated against COVID-19.

What is the plaintiffs' demand in the lawsuit?

The plaintiffs demand that the government recognize the COVID-19 vaccine as a drug hazard, apologize, and pay 3 million yen in damages per person for health damage caused by the vaccine.

How many adverse reactions and deaths have been reported after the COVID-19 vaccination?

There have been over 37,000 reported adverse reactions and 2,193 reported deaths after the COVID-19 vaccination.

What is the government's stance on the vaccination and its side effects?

The government has consistently maintained that there are no particular problems with the vaccination and has not recognized the side effects as a drug hazard.