03 July 2025
More Islanders are being offered the shingles vaccine this year as a seven-year catch-up
programme focused on vaccinated Islanders aged between 60 and 70 is being accelerated.
This year, the shingles vaccination is available to those:
- turning 60 in 2025
- aged 68 to 79
- aged 50+ with a severely weakened immune system.
Islanders will need to contact their doctor’s surgery to get their vaccine.
Emma Baker, Health Protection Senior Nurse Advisor, said: “Around one in four adults will
experience shingles in their lifetime. It can cause an extremely painful rash and complications,
which for some, can be very serious. Vaccination is proven to provide effective protection from
shingles. It can significantly reduce the severity of pain from the virus and reduce the chances of
getting complications if you develop shingles.
“I really encourage everyone who is eligible for the shingles vaccine to take up the offer.
Shingles is largely preventable through vaccination, avoiding unnecessary pain and suffering.”
More information is available on gov.je/shingles​.​
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