How often can you get a shingles shot

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Maryann Gromisch RN Guide

Hello Anonymous,

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ZOSTAVAX is a single shot vaccine for adults 50 years of age or older that helps to boost the immune system against Shingles.
ZOSTAVAX cannot be used to treat Shingles.

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Maryann

October 3, 2017 - 9:31am

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