Shingles (herpes zoster): the green book, chapter 28a revised
New chapter reflects changes to the shingles vaccination programme which come into effect on 01/09/23. Chapter includes eligibility criteria for the Shingrix® vaccine for those turning 65 and 70 after 01/09/23 and those who are severely immunocompromised aged 50 years or more.
Source:
UK Health Security Agency
Resource links:
UKHSA Shingles immunisation programme: information for healthcare practitioners:
SPS commentary:
UKHSA offer further information for healthcare professionals in “Shingles immunisation programme: information for healthcare practitioners”.