I also have had shingles twice, both mild cases. I've heard conflicting reports on whether the vaccine would do any good in my case. However, if it can't do any harm, I plan to get it.

I'm not sure why anyone who never had chickenpox would get the shingles vaccine though. If you've never had the chickenpox, it's not possible to get shingles. Those who have never had chickenpox can contract chickenpox though via physical contact with someone who has shingles.

As a pharmacist, let me say that it is a great idea to get the shot! Even though it is not 100% protection, it will reduce the terrible effects of the infection even if you do get it. I would also highly recommend the pneumonia vaccine for those over 65 and also recommend Tdap (tetanus, diptheria, pertussis) for any of you who have children who are pregnant and about to have children of their own. Pertussis (whooping cough) is epidemic in some parts of the country so you want to make sure that you have had a booster.