Shingles

Shingles vaccination can protect against infection and complications.

The CDC has updated recommendations for shingles vaccination.

Light exercise has both physical and emotional benefits

Learn who’s at risk and how vaccination can help.

Some patients may benefit from specialized treatment.

GSK and the International Federation on Aging are working to confront risks and misconceptions about the disease.

Receiving both the Herpes zoster and Tdap vaccines can reduce dementia risk by half.

Medications and lifestyle changes can provide relief.

Prompt treatment can reduce pain and complications.

Forewarned is forearmed against a serious infection

The CDC recommends Shingrix for prevention of herpes zoster

At-risk adults aged 19 and older may soon be eligible

Learn how the varicella zoster virus reactivates as herpes zoster.

Serious complications are associated with herpes zoster. Early treatment with antivirals can not only shorten the course of the infection but also help reduce the chance of complications developing.

FDA gives OK to shingles vaccine for those at risk

Study findings reveal decreased risk of HZ infection

Potential for serious complications is very real.

One virus causes 2 infections decades apart.

Recombinant zoster vaccine (Shingrix; GlaxoSmithKline) is now also indicated for the prevention of shingles in immunocompromised adults 18 years and older.

Here’s what to know about recurrent shingles and risk factors.

Rates for other vaccinations remain low in the United States.

Pay special attention to prevent permanent hair loss.

Mainstream news outlets and social media misinterpreted Israeli study findings.

Moderate to severe vision loss occurs in 10% of cases, study says.

Pharmaceuticals and vaccination for herpes zoster.

Pharmacists can advise patients on easy home remedies to cope with the pain.

Study reports recombinant zoster vaccine is more than 85% effective overall.

CDC advises not to delay shingles vaccination.

Addressing misconceptions about herpes zoster.

Cancer, HIV, and organ transplants can also increase the risk of shingles.