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Shingles Vaccine

Shingles vaccine was licensed in 2006. The vaccine prevents shingles in about half of people aged 60 and older. It can also reduce the pain associated with shingles.

One dose of shingles vaccine is recommended for all adults aged 60 and older, whether or not they've had shingles or chickenpox disease.

Vaccine Information Statement

• Shingles

Related Information

• Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Recommends Shingles Vaccination (PDF, 759KB) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
• Shingles (Zoster): Questions and Answers (PDF, 86KB) (Immunization Action Coalition)

External Resources

• Shingles Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

• Vaccines and Immunizations (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
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Last Update: 07/29/2011 03:47 PM