Shingles vaccination – Dr Eileen

Dr Eileen describes the serious complications of shingles and urges people to protect themselves from the virus.

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Dr Eileen: 

If someone was hesitant about getting the vaccine I’d ask them to think about the potential problems that they could have if they get shingles.

It's not just a little bit of a rash. It is extremely painful, and it can be very painful for several months after. It can cause scarring. It can cause blindness.

I’ve seen a lot of individuals who have suffered a lot with it. And I'd really encourage people to get vaccinated.

The good news is there's a safe and effective shingles vaccine for all us mob 50 years or older. It's free.

Shield yourself from shingles. 

Yarn with your health professional about the free vaccine today.

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The good news is there’s a safe and effective shingles vaccine – free under the National Immunisation Program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people 50 years or older.

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