What are the benefits of the shingles vaccine beyond preventing shingles?

The shingles vaccine may help reduce biological aging and inflammation, contributing to overall healthier aging.

How does the shingles vaccine impact inflammation?

The vaccine may help reduce background inflammation, which is a known contributor to various age-related conditions.

Who is eligible for the shingles vaccine on the NHS?

The shingles vaccine is available on the NHS for adults turning 65 and those aged between 70 and 79 years old.

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Shingles Vaccine Linked to Healthier Aging

21 Jan

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Summary

Shingles vaccination is associated with reduced biological aging signs.
Vaccinated individuals showed less inflammation and slower aging.
The vaccine may support healthier aging by reducing inflammation.

Shingles Vaccine Linked to Healthier Aging

A recent study involving over 3,800 individuals indicates that the shingles vaccination may contribute to healthier aging. The research observed that vaccinated participants showed diminished signs of biological aging and inflammation.

These findings suggest that the vaccine could potentially slow age-related decline by reducing background inflammation. This mechanism might be linked to preventing the reactivation of the virus that causes shingles.

The study measured seven aspects of biological aging, including inflammation, immune response, and epigenetic aging. Participants who received the shingles jab demonstrated significantly lower inflammation levels and slower epigenetic and transcriptomic aging.