Shingles (Herpes Zoster) Vaccination
Shingles is a painful rash that usually develops on one side of the body, often the face or torso. The rash consists of blisters that typically scab over in 7 to 10 days and clears up within 2 to 4 weeks. Some people describe the pain as an intense burning sensation. For some people, the pain can last for months or even years after the rash goes away. This long-lasting pain is called postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), and it is the most common complication of shingles. Your risk of getting shingles and PHN increases as you get older.
Shingles vaccination is the only way to protect against shingles and postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), the most common complication from shingles.
What Everyone Should Know About the Shingles Vaccine
Basic information about the shingles vaccine
Information for Healthcare Professionals
Vaccine recommendations and contraindications; composition, dosage, administration, and co-administration with other vaccines; Shingrix FAQ; storage and handling
- CDC Shingles Website
- Pictures of Shingles Warning: Some of these photos are graphic.