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Herpes zoster can take a toll on the entire body.

Shingles: More Than Just a Rash	

Study suggests review of current recommendations.

Herpes Zoster on the Rise Among Individuals Ineligible for Vaccine	

The link between menopause and shingles may be explained by hormones, stress, and immunity.

Shingles and Menopause: Is There a Connection?				

Amid this unprecedented flu season, experts recommend co-administering flu and shingles vaccines. 

Doubling Up on Fall Vaccinations

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

US Shingles Update: Cases Up, but Vaccination Rates Increasing

Study suggests higher hospitalization rate for some skin diseases.

Chronic Inflammatory Skin Diseases and Shingles Risk

Age, gender, race, and general health make the list of potential risk factors for shingles. 

Risk Factors for Developing Shingles

The report showed that the vaccination rate has quintupled over the last decade.

Shingles Vaccinations on the Rise in United States	

The lowdown on shingles’ most common complication.

Postherpetic Neuralgia Overview	

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.

New Test Available for Varicella Zoster Virus Detection 	

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.

Shingrix Delivers Persistent Immune Responses in Seniors	

Can coronavirus-related stress cause shingles?

COVID-19 and Herpes Zoster	

Early treatment of shingles reduces symptoms and risk of serious complications.

The Importance of Early Treatment for Shingles	

Pharmacist reminders boost shingles vaccination compliance.

Making the Shingrix Call	

Less common but more communicable than localized zoster

What Is Disseminated Zoster?	

Things to know about the root cause of chickenpox and shingles

10 Facts About Varicella Zoster Virus	

Why Does the Varicella Zoster Virus Reactivate as Shingles?

British study supports exogenous boosting theory.

Re-exposure to Chickenpox Boosts Immunity to Shingles	

Shingles is not contagious; however, the potential for exposing a person to another viral infection that leads to shingles is very real.

Is Shingles Contagious?

Quick intervention can reduce duration and severity of shingles.