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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 had shingles disease.
If you had shingles in the past, getting the vaccine can help prevent future occurrences of the disease.
Date last reviewed:
Tuesday, Aug 01, 2023