How long does the shingles vaccine last?
The Vaccine A form of the virus that causes chickenpox, shingles affects the nerve roots in the body, causing pain, itching, rash, headache, blistering of the skin, and dizziness. Shingles most commonly affects people over the age of 60. Known as Zostavax, the shingles vaccine is only given in 1 dose and is recommended for adults ages 60 and over. If untreated, shingles can last 2 to 4 weeks. Onset is often the result of a weaker immune system due to advancing age, stress, serious diseases such as cancer or AIDS, or physical stress to the body, such as that from sunburn. Duration In terms of vaccinations, the shingles vaccine is fairly new on the market, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2006. Because Zostavax is a new vaccine, it means researchers do not have a significant amount of long-term research as to its efficacy. However, current estimations say the shingles vaccine is effective for 6 years at least, possibly longer in some individuals. A booster shot may be
