A: Shingles, the painful and blistery rash that arises when the chickenpox virus becomes reactivated, can be contagious, but only for people who are not already immune to chickenpox. Those who have ...

Shingles can be a very painful experience that affects around one in four adults in their lifetime. The infection, also known as herpes zoster, is caused by the varicella-zoster virus which also ...

CNN: Is shingles contagious? Wen: You cannot get shingles by being in contact with someone who has shingles. However, someone who never had chickenpox or didn’t get the chickenpox vaccine can get the ...

Shingles is typically characterized by a painful, blistering rash on one side of the face or torso. Early diagnosis and treatment can help reduce the risk of long-term complications. The same virus ...

Hello, dear readers! Welcome to our occasional letters column. With long days, warm nights and plenty of outdoor living, it’s time for some reminders. Please protect yourselves from the sun, take ...