People Over 60 Should Get A Shingles Shot
ATLANTA (AP)- People 60 and older should get a one-time shingles shot that can help prevent the painful rash. The recommendation comes from Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control. Researchers said there's a 50-50 chance the shot will prevent shingles for those 60 and up, though the odds get worse the older you get. The government believes it's worth the $160-per-dose cost. Caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox, shingles is a It usually ends after four weeks, but one in five victims develop long term nerve pain. Other complications include scarring and loss of vision or hearing. The following comments do not necessarily represent the views of NBC Augusta 26 | news, weather, sports, community, entertainment, shopping for Augusta, Georgia. Users have agreed to these terms and in doing so accept full responsibility for their comments. Moderation is limited. Tuesday, Nov 11 at 11:49 PM MARY JANE wrote ...IS IT SAFE TO GET THE SHOT? MUCH REACTION?? Inappropriate? Alert Us!
Wednesday, Jun 18 at 11:00 PM dmgrandma@aol.com wrote ...can you get the shingle shot if you already had shingle Inappropriate? Alert Us!
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