Aussies who are classified as 'moderate to high risk' and are aged between 18 and 64 now qualify for the immunisation.

While shingles can resolve on its own without treatment, the condition should be treated with antiviral medication as soon as it is diagnosed to prevent complications. Painkillers are also prescribed ...

More than 200,000 Australians will now be eligible for a free shingles vaccinations, as the government expands their immunisation program.

“By expanding eligibility for the free shingles vaccination, the Albanese Government is protecting more at-risk Australians from this debilitating virus.” Shingles is a viral infection that causes a ...

The pain may be a constant ... contact activities. If your rash is weeping and can't be covered, stay away from work or school." While there is no cure for shingles, individual symptoms can ...

GSK plc (LSE/NYSE: GSK) is partnering with Brooke Shields, as part of its THRIVE@50+ campaign, to encourage people 50 and ...

Unfortunately, the other symptoms of shingles such as a tingly sensation, headaches, general discomfort and pain in the rash area, can outlast the rash ... meaning your pharmacist can now prescribe ...

More Prince Edward Islanders are now eligible for a free shingles vaccine after the province lowered the age of eligibility ...

He warned: “Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a viral infection that causes a painful rash on one side of your body, usually on the chest or belly, or sometimes the face. The pain may be ...