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Study uncovers surprise benefits of Shingrix shingles vaccine

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The Independent UK · Aug 26

NHS shingles jab could lower risk of stroke and heart attacks, study finds

Shingles is caused by the herpes zoster virus flaring up again in people who previously had chicken pox

The Independent UK · Aug 26

Shingles vaccine linked to lower risk of heart attack and stroke, study finds

Researchers say benefits of two-dose Shingrix vaccine could be comparable to taking daily blood pressure medication

The Guardian - UK · Aug 26

Should the shingles vaccine be free for all adults? We asked 5 experts

Shingles (herpes zoster) is often thought of as an older person’s disease.

The Conversation · Aug 9

How Austin Homeowners Can Spot Roof Hail Damage Without Climbing onto the Roof

Severe thunderstorms are a normal part of life in Central Texas, but the roof damage they leave behind is not always obvious. Large hail can crack shingles, damage metal components, and break tile, while smaller hail may leave subtler signs that are difficult to recognize from the ground.

inkl · Aug 4

This Painful Disease Once Seen as an Older Person's Problem Is Rising Among Millennial Women

Shingles cases are rising among younger adults, with millennial women facing higher risks linked to stress, depression and chronic conditions.

Medical Daily · Jul 28

‘It was like something was crawling over me’ – the worrying rise of shingles among millennial women

Stress, the cost of living, long working hours and even excessive exercise have all been touted as reasons the illness is rising among women in their 30s and 40s. What can be done to help them?

The Guardian - UK · Jul 26

The Painful Virus Former Child Actor Blake Garrett Suffered From Before Dying to Acute Fentanyl Toxicity

Former child actor Blake Garrett's death has been ruled an accidental fentanyl overdose, months after his passing at age 33. The case has also drawn attention to the painful illness he experienced in the weeks leading up to his death.

Medical Daily · Jul 16

Oklahoma Is Suing Allstate Over Storm-Damage Claims—What Homeowners Should Watch

Storm season already leaves enough headaches without adding an insurance dispute to the mix. Now Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Allstate, alleging that the insurer underpaid homeowners for storm-related property damage. That legal battle has sparked fresh questions about what happens after a roof leaks, hail shatters shingles, or…

Everybody Loves Your Money · Jul 10

7 Vaccines Doctors Recommend for Adults Over 50

Turning 50 often comes with new priorities, and protecting your health moves higher on the list. While many people focus on exercise, diet, and preventive...

Saving Advice · Jun 15