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When was the first vaccine against shingles approved?
Quick Answer
The first shingles vaccine was approved in 2006. It was designed to reduce the risk of herpes zoster in older adults.
The Full Story
The first shingles vaccine was approved in 2006. Shingles is caused by reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. The original vaccine targeted older adults, who are at higher risk of painful shingles and complications such as postherpetic neuralgia. Later shingles vaccines offered stronger and longer-lasting protection.
Key Facts
1.2006: first shingles vaccine approved
2.Targets reactivation of varicella-zoster virus
3.Helps prevent postherpetic neuralgia
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