Think you’re not at risk of shingles? Think again1
90% of people over 50
carry the virus that causes shingles2†
At 50
years
your risk of shingles sharply increases1,3
Even if you're healthy,
the virus that causes shingles can reactivate at any time1
†Not everyone at risk will develop shingles.1
Don’t underestimate shingles
Shingles pain can be excruciating. It can feel like burning, stabbing or shock-like. The pain can make even simple daily tasks challenging.1,4
*Shingles symptoms may vary among patients.1
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“Shingles? I thought I was too young. I was wrong. The pain made me want to rip my skin off. I really struggled to sleep. I wouldn’t wish it on anybody.”*
*Inspired by real patient stories. Shingles pain can last weeks or even months.
Shingles symptoms may vary among patients.1
Patient portrayal.
“Shingles? It was the worst experience of my life. There were these terrible blisters. It felt like my skin was on fire. I thought I was too young for shingles.”*
*Inspired by real patient stories. Shingles symptoms may vary among patients.1
Patient portrayal.
“Shingles? I’ve never felt pain like it, and I’ve had three kids. Most days I didn’t leave the house.”*
*Inspired by real patient stories. Shingles pain can last weeks or even months.
Shingles symptoms may vary among patients.1
Patient portrayal.
“Shingles? I thought it was for older people. It really slowed my life down."*
*Inspired by real patient stories. Shingles pain can last weeks or even months.
Shingles symptoms may vary among patients.1
Patient portrayal.
“Shingles? I had no idea someone healthy like me could get it. It was the worst experience of my life."*
*Inspired by real patient stories. Shingles pain can last weeks or even months.
Shingles symptoms may vary among patients.1
Patient portrayal.
“Shingles? There were these terrible blisters. I really struggled to sleep."*
*Inspired by real patient stories. Shingles pain can last weeks or even months.
Shingles symptoms may vary among patients.1
Patient portrayal.
Hear more from Bil, a patient who's
experienced shingles suffering
Bil is a patient advocate and was diagnosed with shingles in 2024. This is his experience; others' experiences with shingles may be different.*
*Not everyone at risk will develop shingles.1
Shingles pain can last weeks or even months.1
Shingles symptoms may vary among patients.1
All images across the webpage are patient portrayals.
Any information provided on this website should be discussed with a healthcare professional and does not replace a healthcare professional's advice.
For more information or for medical advice, please consult a healthcare professional.
References
- Harpaz R, Ortega-Sanchez IR, Seward JF. Prevention of herpes zoster: recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). MMWR Recomm Rep. 2008;57(RR-5):1–30.
- Bollaerts K, Riera-Montes M, Heininger U, et al. A systematic review of varicella seroprevalence in European countries before universal childhood immunization: deriving incidence from seroprevalence data. Epidemiol Infect. 2017;145:2666–2677.
- Hales CM, Harpaz R, Ortega-Sanchez I, Bialek SR. Update on recommendations for use of herpes zoster vaccine. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 2014;63(33):729–731.
- Weinke T, Edte A, Schmitt S, Lukas K. Impact of herpes zoster and post-herpetic neuralgia on patients’ quality of life: a patient-reported outcomes survey. Z Gesundh Wiss. 2010;18:367–374.