Shingles Vaccine

• Redemption within 3 months from the date of purchase. 

• No appointment is needed, please proceed to the Pharmacy counter:
  • LifeCare Bangsar South – Level 1 
  • LifeCare Cheras South – Level 2 

• Tell your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist before you receive the vaccine if you:
  • are allergic to the active ingredients or any of the other ingredients in this vaccine. 
  • are suffering from an illness. 
  • have a bleeding problem or bruise easily. 
  • ever fainted from an injection. 

• LifeCare reserves the right to amend the terms & conditions without prior notice. 

Shingles: What You Need to Know 

Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a painful rash caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus (the same virus that causes chickenpox). While it can affect anyone who has had chickenpox, older adults and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe complications. 

Symptoms of Shingles 

Shingles symptoms can last for weeks and may include: 
✔ Painful rash (often on one side of the body) 
✔ Burning, tingling, or itching sensation 
✔ Blisters filled with fluid 
✔ Fever 
✔ Headache 
✔ Fatigue 
✔ Sensitivity to light 

Did You Know? 

In adults >50 years of age who get shingles: 

• • 1 in 2 will experience pain in the affected area for at least a month after shingles appear.  

• • 1 in 5 people will have this pain for more than six months. 

Complications of Shingles for Older Adults 

Shingles can lead to serious complications, especially in individuals over 50. The most common complications include: 
✔ Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN) – Long-term nerve pain that can last for months or years 
✔ Vision loss – If shingles affects the eyes 
✔ Neurological issues – Including inflammation of the brain (encephalitis) 
✔ Skin infections – If blisters become infected 

Who Is at Higher Risk? 

Individuals aged 50 and above, as well as those with weakened immune systems due to conditions like diabetes, cancer, or chronic illnesses, are more likely to experience severe shingles and complications. 

More than 90% of Singaporeans over the age of 50 have the chickenpox virus and are at risk of developing shingles. Which means, 1 in 3 adults in Singapore will get shingles in their lifetime?” 

How to Prevent Shingles 

✔ Get vaccinated against shingles 
✔ Maintain a healthy immune system 
✔ Manage stress and get enough rest 
✔ Avoid close contact with people who have active chickenpox or shingles.