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Eligibility for shingles vaccine

Aged 70–79 years?

Everyone aged between 70 and 79 years is eligible for the shingles vaccine up to 79 years of age.

If you are 65 on or after 1 September 2023 you are also eligible for your shingles vaccine.

If you have a severely weakened immune system you will be eligible for shingles vaccine from 18 years of age.

Protect yourself from the pain of shingles – speak to your GP surgery about having your vaccine today!