Shingles Vaccination
Shingles can strike at any change—Schedule your Shingles vaccine today and enjoy years of protection!
What are Shingles?
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a painful viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It is the same virus that causes Chickenpox. When a person recovers from Chickenpox, this virus stays dormant and later reactivates as Shingles.
The preventive measure against Shingles and its complications is to get vaccinated against it. Always reach out to your healthcare provider for advice and vaccine schedules.
Signs and symptoms of Shingles
Painful red rash
Burning or tingling
Itching
Blisters
Headache
Fever
Transmission of Shingles
Someone who never had them
It can spread to someone who has never had chickenpox or never vaccinated against it
Reactivation
Viral reactivation after recovering from chickenpox
Who is at high-risk for Shingles?
Older adults
Adults especially aged 50 and older are at a higher risk for Shingles.
Immunocompromised individuals
People with weakened immune systems due certain health conditions such as; HIV/AIDS, chemotherapy, steroid therapy, diabetes, cancer and autoimmune disorders.
Reactivation of virus
People with a history of Chickenpox are at a risk for Shingles.
Areas at risk for Shingles
America
- United States
- Brazil
Europe
- Italy
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- Spain
Asia
- China
- Japan
- South Korea
Ready to get vaccinated?
Why choose us
Travel Clinic Bradford is all about you! Our staff is here to ensure you receive the right care, the right way while providing advice tailored to your needs.
How we make it easy
No hassle—schedule your appointment with our easy online booking or visit us when it’s convenient for you. Our expert care makes sure you're in good hands!
What you get
Getting vaccinated is not only about protection—it’s all about giving yourself peace of mind knowing you’ve made the best decision for a healthier, illness-free tomorrow!
FAQs
After Shingles vaccine, you are not contagious at all.
There may be some temporary side effects after vaccination such as pain, fever, headache or fatigue.
Shingles vaccine is administered in two-doses series; administered 2 to 6 months apart.
No, the Shingles vaccine is an inactivated vaccine.
In the UK, aged 65 or more or individuals who have a weakened immune system are eligible for a free vaccine.
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