Shingles Basics
A single dose of zoster (Zos) vaccine is recommended for most adults 60 years of age and older to prevent shingles.
- Shingles
(Herpes Zoster)
Basic information about shingles from the CDC. Attention: Non-MDH link. Warning: Graphic medical images.
- Shingles Vaccine:
What You Need to Know
CDC Vaccine Information Statement (VIS); includes a description of the disease, who should get the vaccine and when, who should not be vaccinated, and potential side effects. Attention: Non-MDH link
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles) Vaccine Questions and Answers
Questions and answers about shingles vaccination. Attention: Non-MDH link
Spotlight
ECHO: Protect Your Family From Measles
PSA, short video, and posters about getting vaccinated before international travel.
Frequently Requested
VISs
CDC fact sheets on vaccines.
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CDC Immunization Home
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Additional Resources
CDC Vaccines and Preventable Diseases Home
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CDC Travelers' Health Home
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