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Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
651-201-5414
Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
Shingles is a painful rash caused by reactivation of the varicella zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Shingles vaccination is recommended for most people 50 years of age and older.
- Shingles Basics
General information about shingles, including symptoms, complications, treatment, and vaccination. - Shingles Information for Health Professionals
Information on shingles for health professionals, including clinical features and epidemiology, how to report cases, vaccine information, and official recommendations. - Shingles Information for Schools and Child Care
Information on Zoster (shingles) reporting and disease for school health personnel and child care providers. - Varicella (Chickenpox) and Zoster (Shingles) Statistics
Incidence of shingles (and chickenpox) disease in Minnesota children under 18 years of age, and of complicated zoster disease in all ages.
Last Updated: 03/28/2023