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Subsidy for shingles vaccine will be a boon for seniors, with many at risk
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While shingles may not be life-threatening, it is usually a very painful infection that can last for weeks.
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It is heartening that the Ministry of Health (MOH) is assessing the benefits of including the shingles vaccine on the National Adult Immunisation Schedule (Nais). Vaccines on Nais are subsidised.
While shingles may not be life-threatening, it is usually a very painful infection that can last for weeks.
