New National Shingles Immunisation Programme
Shingles can be uncomfortable for some people. It can also lead to pain lasting for weeks, months or even years.
From 1st September anyone aged 70 or 79 will be eligible for a vaccination against shingles under the new national shingles immunisation programme. From 21st October Patients who have not already had the vaccine will be receiving an invitation to attend the surgery for a Shingles immunisation.