Shingles Vaccination Counseling During the COVID-19 Pandemic
CDC advises not to delay shingles vaccination.
5 Myths About Shingles
Addressing misconceptions about herpes zoster.
Immunocompromised Patients at Greater Risk for Shingles
Cancer, HIV, and organ transplants can also increase the risk of shingles.
Shingles Vaccination Compliance and Implications for Multidose COVID-19 Vaccines
Investigators evaluated older adults’ compliance with the 2-dose shingles vaccine regimen.
Shingles Vaccine Safe and Effective for Frail Individuals
Study concludes vaccine significantly reduces risk of herpes zoster.
Shingles Vaccine Protects More Than Just the Recipient
Herpes zoster exposure puts unvaccinated individuals at risk for chickenpox.
COVID-19 and Herpes Zoster Co-infections Identified
Reports of cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and herpes zoster co-infections are beginning to emerge in medical literature.
Shingles: More Than Just a Rash
Herpes zoster can take a toll on the entire body.
Herpes Zoster on the Rise Among Individuals Ineligible for Vaccine
Study suggests review of current recommendations.
Shingles and Menopause: Is There a Connection?
The link between menopause and shingles may be explained by hormones, stress, and immunity.
Doubling Up on Fall Vaccinations
Amid this unprecedented flu season, experts recommend co-administering flu and shingles vaccines.
US Shingles Update: Cases Up, but Vaccination Rates Increasing
Decades after the introduction of the chickenpox vaccine and 14 years after the first shingles vaccine was approved in the United States, it’s time to take stock of where the country is in respect to shingles infections
Chronic Inflammatory Skin Diseases and Shingles Risk
Study suggests higher hospitalization rate for some skin diseases.
Risk Factors for Developing Shingles
Age, gender, race, and general health make the list of potential risk factors for shingles.
Shingles Vaccinations on the Rise in United States
The report showed that the vaccination rate has quintupled over the last decade.
Postherpetic Neuralgia Overview
The lowdown on shingles’ most common complication.
New Test Available for Varicella Zoster Virus Detection
ZosterGent Reagent, a fast fluorescent antibody test for the detection and confirmation of the varicella zoster virus, is now available for use with high-risk patients, including those who are immunocompromised.
Shingrix Delivers Persistent Immune Responses in Seniors
Recombinant herpes zoster (HZ) vaccine (Shingrix) induced a strong and persistent immune response in older adults, regardless of previous receipt of live-attenuated HZ vaccine.
COVID-19 and Herpes Zoster
Can coronavirus-related stress cause shingles?
The Importance of Early Treatment for Shingles
Early treatment of shingles reduces symptoms and risk of serious complications.
Making the Shingrix Call
Pharmacist reminders boost shingles vaccination compliance.
What Is Disseminated Zoster?
Less common but more communicable than localized zoster
10 Facts About Varicella Zoster Virus
Things to know about the root cause of chickenpox and shingles
Why Does the Varicella Zoster Virus Reactivate as Shingles?
Vaccination is first line of defense.
Re-exposure to Chickenpox Boosts Immunity to Shingles
British study supports exogenous boosting theory.
4 Ways to Recognize a Good Pharmaceutical Distributor
Licensure, accreditation, and shared priorities rank high.
How to Be a Good Manager
Tips for getting the best from your team.
Is Shingles Contagious?
Shingles is not contagious; however, the potential for exposing a person to another viral infection that leads to shingles is very real.
Early Signs and Symptoms of Shingles
Quick intervention can reduce duration and severity of shingles.
What’s the Cost of Herpes Zoster?
The impact of herpes zoster can be measured in a number of different ways.