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The risk of contracting shingles increases as we get older.

I had shingles in the early 90's, before there was a vaccine or an antiviral that would lessen its severity. I'll never forget the pain! As soon the vaccine was generally available, I was in line.

Providing you don't have conditions which advise against the vaccine, you'll rue the day you didn't get the shot if you ever come down with shingles. The pain doesn't last just a day or two, it goes on and on.