A public health guide clarifying that while you cannot "catch" Shingles from someone else, the Varicella-Zoster virus can be ...

A: Shingles, the painful and blistery rash that arises when the chickenpox virus becomes reactivated, can be contagious, but only for people who are not already immune to chickenpox. Those who have ...

Shingles can be a very painful experience that affects around one in four adults in their lifetime. The infection, also known as herpes zoster, is caused by the varicella-zoster virus which also ...

If you’ve ever had chickenpox in your childhood, chances are you’re likely to develop shingles in the future. While people might assume that shingles — a painful, blistering rash — only affects older ...

Superdrug Online Doctor has reported a 50% seasonal spike in shingles consultations this winter.