Question:
I have had shingles disease. Do I still need to get the vaccine?
Answer:
The Shingrix vaccine is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older, including those who have had shingles disease. You should wait at least 1 year before getting the vaccine after having shingles.
If you had shingles in the past, getting the vaccine can help prevent future occurrences of the disease.
Date last reviewed:
Tuesday, Feb 01, 2022