The Ministry of Health has recommended that people aged 50 and over receive two doses of the shingles vaccine, 6 months apart, whether they have previously contracted the disease or not.
The ministry said the vaccine helps protect adults from being infected with shingles, as well as protecting against complications from the infection.
He added that the vaccine can be received for the age group of 18 years and over if the person suffers from an immune or autoimmune disease or uses immunosuppressant drugs, after discussion with the treating doctor to determine the suitability for the condition. health.
