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Eye problems If you have shingles in or near your eyes, forehead, or nose, see your doctor right away. Without treatment, it can lead to pain in your eyes but also to permanent loss of vision.

The shingles vaccine could lower the risk of heart disease for up to eight years after receiving it, a new study has found. A cardiologist reflects on the findings.

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Dr. Markus says early shingles symptoms can sometimes mimic signs of the flu or common cold. “Fever, chills, fatigue, and body aches can develop in the early stages of shingles,” she says.

The virus that causes shingles is just one of a number of pathogens that may be linked to brain conditions. Here are some of the other bugs scientists have under the microscope.

Not only can it prevent shingles and long-term nerve damage that could accompany shingles, it also may have a protective effect on their brain to reduce the risk of developing dementia.

Jacob Wackerhausen / Getty Images Symptoms Symptoms of shingles in the eye usually begin with a burning, prickling, or tingling sensation that affects the head or face. In particular, if the rash is ...

New research shows the shingles vaccine may reduce dementia risk by 20%. A unique UK rollout offers compelling, bias-resistant data supporting the link.

Shingles is awful, but there may be another reason to get vaccinated. It may fight dementia A new study found shingles vaccination cut older adults’ risk of developing dementia over the next ...