Shingles Vaccine

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1 in 4 people will develop shingles in their lifetime.

Not had your shingles vaccine yet? 

If you are aged 70-79, you can book to get your shingles with a Nurse now. 

Shingles is a debilitating disease that can cause serious complications. From 1 September 2023, the shingles vaccine programme is being expanded so hundreds of thousands more people will be able to get protected against shingles each year.

Your chances of developing shingles get higher as you get older or if you have a weakened immune system. The shingles vaccine programme is changing so people can be protected at an earlier age to prevent more shingles cases.

If you have a weakened immune system, for example due to cancer treatment, and are aged 50 and over, from September you will be able to get the shingles vaccine at the surgery. You will need two doses to be fully protected. 

From September, as you turn 65 or 70 look out for your invite to get your shingles vaccine. You can also contact the surgery to make an appointment after your 65th or 70th birthday. You will need two doses to be fully protected.