Shingles Vaccine

Shingles, medically known as herpes zoster, is a painful rash condition caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus—the same virus responsible for chickenpox. After a person recovers from chickenpox, the virus stays dormant in the body and can resurface later in life, especially when the immune system weakens with age.

• Over 95% of people aged 50 and older already carry the virus that causes shingles.
• 1 in 3 adults will develop shingles in their lifetime.
• The chance of recurrence increases with age or a compromised immune system.
• Since the virus is already in your body, you can’t avoid shingles by avoiding contact with others.

• Painful skin rash with blisters
• Burning or tingling sensation
• Sensitivity to touch
• Fever or headache in some cases
• In severe cases, long-term nerve pain known as postherpetic neuralgia (PHN).

Shingrix, the recommended shingles vaccine, offers strong protection and is approved for:

• Adults aged 50 years and older
• Individuals aged 19+ with weakened immune systems

• Reduces the risk of developing shingles by over 90%
• Prevents complications like postherpetic neuralgia
• Effective even if you’ve had shingles before
• Especially important for people with health conditions like diabetes, cancer, or autoimmune diseases
• Recent studies suggest that shingles vaccination may lower the risk of developing dementia.

• Administered in 2 doses, spaced 2 to 6 months apart
• Safe and highly effective with minimal side effects.

If you’re over 50 or have a weakened immune system, getting vaccinated against shingles is a smart preventive step.

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