In January 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated recommendations for shingles (herpes zoster) vaccination to include people 19 years and older who are or will be immunocompromised. This will enable providers to vaccinate immunocompromised patients against shingles at a time most appropriate for their medical circumstances.
Here’s what you should know about the expanded recommendation.
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Things to Know About Shingles Vaccination for Immunocompromised Adults 19 Years and Older
Tara Anderson, DVM, MPH, PhD
DisclosuresMarch 22, 2022
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In January 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated recommendations for shingles (herpes zoster) vaccination to include people 19 years and older who are or will be immunocompromised. This will enable providers to vaccinate immunocompromised patients against shingles at a time most appropriate for their medical circumstances.
Here’s what you should know about the expanded recommendation.
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Tara Anderson, DVM, MPH, PhD
Epidemiologist
Disclosure: Tara Anderson, DVM, MPH, PhD, has disclosed no relevant financial relationships.