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Protect Yourself from Painful Outbreaks

Shingles is a painful viral infection caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus responsible for chickenpox. While anyone who has had chickenpox can develop shingles later in life, the risk increases with age or weakened immunity. Shingles can cause severe nerve pain, blistering rashes, and long-term complications like postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), which leads to persistent nerve pain even after the rash heals. At FirstContact Pharmacy, we provide the shingles vaccine to help protect you from this distressing condition. Vaccination is the most effective way to reduce your risk of developing shingles and its complications.

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Why Get the Shingles Vaccine?

The shingles vaccine provides long-lasting protection against outbreaks and reduces the severity of symptoms if shingles does occur. Key benefits include:
✔ Prevents shingles and its painful symptoms
✔ Reduces the risk of postherpetic neuralgia (PHN)
✔ Protects those with weakened immune systems
✔ Long-term immunity for adults over 50

Who Should Get the Shingles Vaccine?

The shingles vaccine is recommended for:
Adults aged 50 and older – The risk of shingles increases significantly with age.
Individuals with weakened immune systems – People with conditions like diabetes, cancer, or those on immunosuppressive treatments.
Anyone who has had chickenpox – The virus remains dormant and can reactivate later in life.
The vaccine is available as Shingrix, a non-live vaccine that provides stronger and longer-lasting immunity compared to older vaccines. It is administered in two doses for maximum protection.