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Friday, 06 November 2026

Shingles vaccination: protect yourself from shingles

Protect yourself against shingles

Shingles can cause a painful rash and, for some people, long-lasting nerve pain. The shingles vaccine reduces your chance of developing shingles and can help make the illness less severe if you do get it.

Who can have the NHS shingles vaccine?

The NHS currently offers the shingles vaccine to:

  • people turning 65 or 70 as part of the phased programme;
  • people aged 70 to 79 who have not yet had the vaccine; and
  • people aged 18 or over with a severely weakened immune system.

The vaccine is given as two doses. If you think you are eligible, or have not been contacted, please contact the practice to book your shingles vaccination. You may still be eligible if you have had shingles before.

For more information, visit the NHS shingles vaccine page.