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June1952
4 years agoMember
Shingles Vaccine
At a recent GP appointment getting the flu jab he recommended I get the shingles vaccine. As I was due for the 4th COVID shot I could not have it then (not recommended together, although the flu and ...
noosa_blue150
4 years agoMember
check with your oncologist about shingles vaccine - it’s a live vaccine and Im on targeted chemo , and was told not to get it as its not recommended for immunocompromised
https://immunisationhandbook.health.gov.au/resources/publications/infographic-vaccination-for-people-who-are-immunocompromised
https://immunisationhandbook.health.gov.au/resources/publications/infographic-vaccination-for-people-who-are-immunocompromised
I would,have preferred to,have it (no one can deny shingles bloody awful)