Private Shingles vaccine for aged 50 and over
What the shingles vaccine is for
Shingles is a common condition that causes a painful rash. It can sometimes lead to serious problems such as long-lasting pain, hearing loss or blindness.
You’re more likely to get shingles, and it’s more likely to cause serious problems, as you get older or if you have a severely weakened immune system.
The shingles vaccine helps :
- reduce your chances of getting shingles
- reduce your chances of getting serious problems if you do get shingles
It’s available on the NHS for all adults turning 65, those aged 70 to 79 and those aged 18 and over with a severely weakened immune system. Follow the link below for more information.