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Shingles Awareness Week: Australians over 50 urged to understand their risk
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Shingles is a painful condition characterised by a blistering rash that often appears on one side of the face or body. Source: Getty Images.
Health

How misconceptions about shingles are putting the well-being of older Australians at risk

How misconceptions about shingles are putting the well-being of older Australians at risk

In the spotlight during Shingles Awareness Week (26 February to 3 March), a recent study commissioned by GSK highlights a concerning lack of awareness among Australians aged 50-79 regarding the shingles virus.
The rollout is expected to benefit nearly 5 million Australians who are at risk of severe shingles-related complications. Source: Getty Images.
Health

Older Australians offered free access to the ‘best protection’ against shingles

Older Australians offered free access to the ‘best protection’ against shingles

Older Australians will soon get top-notch protection against shingles through a world-class vaccination program, and it's all for free.
Peter Everett has opened up on living with shingles. Source: Getty
Opinion

‘I went from relaxing and sleeping in – to dealing with shingles’

‘I went from relaxing and sleeping in – to dealing with shingles’

"I woke up one morning with blisters all over my hands."
Shingles and other risks you should be aware of
Shingles

Shingles and other risks you should be aware of

Shingles and other risks you should be aware of

We may not realise that shingles is not “just a rash”, and can in fact lead to other health complications.
John Wood speaks out about his battle with shingles
Entertainment

John Wood speaks out about his battle with shingles

John Wood speaks out about his battle with shingles

John Wood is one of Australia’s most widely loved actors. But the Gold Logie winner hasn’t always led such a...
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