Travel vaccination

Shingles

Reduce your risk before long-haul travel

Overview

Shingles is caused by reactivation of the chickenpox virus and is more common with age. Vaccination is highly effective.

Who needs it

Adults aged 50 and over.

Dosing schedule

2 doses, 2–6 months apart.

Common side effects

Sore arm, tiredness, muscle aches for 1–3 days.

Common destinations

Worldwide

Frequently asked questions