Amsterdam – Free shingle vaccination for over-60s will soon be available in the Netherlands, in a new medical agreement soon expected to be signed. The vaccine, which typically costs hundreds of euros, will become part of the government's vaccination program to help protect against serious health problems and financial costs to be borne by the government.
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What Is Shingles, and Why Does It Matter?
Shingles is caused by the varicella zoster virus — the very same virus that causes chickenpox. When someone has chickenpox, the virus remains dormant in the body, but can reactivate later, particularly when the immune system is suppressed.
It causes itchy blisters, burning and stabbing pain, and, in severe cases, can result in nerve pain, eye inflammation, vision loss, hearing problems and facial paralysis. Another 10% - 25% Flexobeds: The Health Council of the Netherlands seems to indicate 10 - 2.
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