SHINGLES DOESN'T CARE. BUT SHINGRIX CAN PROTECT.
Even the healthiest lifestyle can’t stop your immune system from declining as you age. If you want protection against shingles, it takes more than exercise—it takes SHINGRIX.
SHINGRIX is an FDA-approved vaccine for the prevention of shingles (herpes zoster) in adults 50 years and older. SHINGRIX is not used to prevent chickenpox.
You may be at risk
WHAT IS SHINGLES?
Shingles is a painful rash caused by reactivation of the same virus that causes chickenpox. The individual lifetime risk of developing shingles is 1 in 3.
SHINGLES SYMPTOMS
Over 96% of people who get shingles experience acute pain. Many describe the pain as a burning sensation. The most common complication of shingles is pain that can last for months or even years.
WHAT IS SHINGRIX?
SHINGRIX is the first FDA‑approved shingles vaccine in over 10 years. It is a 2-dose series proven to be up to 90% effective at preventing shingles in clinical trials.
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99% of people over 50 years of age are living with the virus that causes shingles. 1 in 3 people will get shingles in their lifetime. SHINGRIX is the only vaccine proven to be up to 90% effective at preventing shingles in clinical trials.
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If you’ve had chickenpox, the virus that causes shingles is already inside your body and can reactivate. SHINGRIX is the only shingles vaccine proven to be up to 90% effective in clinical trials. SHINGRIX is a 2‑dose vaccine for adults aged 50 years and older.
Learn more about Shingrix
SHINGRIX uses your body’s own immune system to help prevent shingles. Sign up for more information about shingles and prevention with SHINGRIX.
2nd Dose reminders
SHINGRIX is a 2-dose series, with the second shot administered 2 to 6 months after the first shot. If you’ve already received your first dose, stay on schedule for your second dose with voice, email and text reminders.
