August is National Immunization Awareness Month, making it a great time to review your vaccines. Immunizations are not just for children–they play an important role in protecting adults from serious illness throughout every stage of life Which vaccines do adults need? Your vaccine needs depend on your age, medical history, lifestyle, and risk factors, but […]
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April 10, 2025
Information you need about the Shingles Vaccine
Herpes zoster, also known as shingles, results from a reactivation of the chickenpox virus that has resided in your nerve cells since the original chickenpox infection. Upon reactivation, the virus travels down the nerve endings to produce the characteristic rash seen with shingles. It is estimated that up to 30% of persons in the United […]
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