People over 60 urged to get one-time shingles shot

Courtesy Headlines from the Associated Press  Thu, 05/15/2008 - 15:15

ATLANTA (AP) -- People 60 and older should get a one-time shingles shot that can help prevent the painful rash, U.S. health officials are recommending.

There's a 50-50 chance the shot will prevent shingles for those 60 and up, though the odds get worse the older you get.

But shingles can be severe for some people, and the government believes it's worth the $160-per-dose cost....

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