infections
Shingles Vaccine
Administration of Shingles Vaccine
The shingles vaccine is given in two doses, injected into a muscle. The doses are given 2 to 6 months apart. The shingles vaccine is recommended for people aged 50 and over whether or not they have ever had shingles or have been given the older live-attenuated vaccine. This vaccine is also recommended for people aged 19 and older who have or will have a weakened immune system because of a disease or treatment for a disease. Certain conditions may affect whether and when people are vaccinated (see alsoCDC: Who Should NOT Get Vaccinated With These Vaccines?). If people have a temporary illness, doctors usually wait to give the vaccine until the illness resolves. 