One in four adults develop shingles and one in five people with shingles go on to develop longer-lasting pain.
How do I get the shingles vaccine?
You'll be contacted by your local health board when you're eligible to be immunised. You can get the vaccine at any time of the year.
Find out how to contact your health board regarding your vaccination appointment
Can the shingles vaccine be given at the same time as other vaccines?
Speak to a healthcare professional about getting other vaccines at the same time. They'll advise what's best for you.
What are the side effects of this vaccine?
Side effects are usually quite mild and don’t last very long.
Around the injection site you might experience:
- pain
- redness
- swelling
You may also experience:
- muscle pain
- tiredness (fatigue)
- chills
- a fever
- a general unwell feeling
- a headache
- nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea
- stomach pain
Non-urgent advice: Contact your GP practice if:
- you have side effects that last for more than a few days
