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Flu Vaccine
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Shingles Vaccine
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Flu causes fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, headaches, muscle aches, and tiredness
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THE ILLNESS
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Shingles causes a painful rash with blisters
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Some people develop serious complications, such as pneumonia
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Complications
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Some people have long-lasting skin and nerve pain even after the rash clears up
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70 to 90 percent of flu-related deaths occur in those ages 65 and older
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Older Adults
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The risk of getting shingles and having complications rises as you get older
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Flu shots reduce flu-related illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths
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THE VACCINE
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A newer form of the vaccine, called Shingrix, is more than 90 percent effective at preventing shingles
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All adults
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Who Needs It
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Adults ages 50 and older, even if you already had shingles before
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Once every year, ideally by late October
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When to Get It
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Two doses, given two to six months apart*
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*Shingrix is in high demand. This has led to shortages at times. Call ahead to see if it’s in stock. Put your name on a list if there’s a wait.
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