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Shingrix vaccine may lower dementia risk!

Posted on December 16, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

One important CDC-recommended adult vaccines is Shingrix. Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. After you’ve had chickenpox, the virus stays asleep in your nerves and can “wake up” years later, causing a painful rash, nerve damage, … Continue reading →

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There is a new shingles vaccine in town… and it’s great!

Posted on November 9, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

Theres a new shingles vaccine in town… and it’s great!  The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)– the guru organization regarding immunizations– has just voted to recommend preferential use of a NEW shingles vaccine (Shingrix) instead of the currently available … Continue reading →

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