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Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs Raise Shingles Risk
Older people and those also taking steroids are most vulnerable, study finds

New Hope Against the Cold Sore Virus
Driving herpes simplex out of hiding could bring about a cure, scientists say

Vulnerability to Shingles May Hinge on Family
Most adults carry the virus but those with affected relatives at higher risk

Health Tip: Understanding Shingles
Caused by the same virus as chickenpox

T’ai Chi Boosts Immune System Against Shingles in Older Adults
Martial arts exercises made resistance comparable to standard vaccine for the virus, study says

Health Tip: Symptoms of Shingles
If you've had chicken pox, watch for these signs

Zostavax Helps Prevent Shingles in Seniors
Vaccine prevented 50 percent of cases in people older than 60

Shingles Vaccine Has Successful Trial
Should be made available to seniors now, expert says

Health Tip: A Shingles Source of Chickenpox
Adults can transmit the virus to others

Vaccine Protects Transplant Patients from Shingles
Chicken pox inoculation cuts risk of painful resurgence of virus