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Shingles Awareness Week 2026: Experts Urge Vaccination for Adults Over 50

Symptoms of shingles: Shingles triggers inflammation that can irritate blood vessels and increase the risk of heart attacks or strokes (Image: Canva)

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Moneycontrol•26-02-2026, 10:55

Shingles Awareness Week 2026: Experts Urge Vaccination for Adults Over 50

•Shingles, caused by the chickenpox virus, severely affects adults over 50, especially those with chronic illnesses.
•The virus reactivates when immunity weakens with age, causing painful rashes and severe nerve pain that can linger.
•Over 90% of Indian adults over 50 carry the chickenpox virus; vaccination and doctor consultations are crucial for prevention.
•Chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease increase vulnerability and complications from shingles.
•Experts emphasize awareness, prevention, and vaccination to protect older adults' health and independence as India's population ages.

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