News24 | Why Most People in South Africa Can’t Get the Shingles Vaccine

News24 | Why most people in South Africa can’t get the shingles vaccine

The only shingles vaccine on the market in South Africa was discontinued last year. A newer and better vaccine is being used in some other countries.

Why most people in SA can’t get the shingles vaccine

There are two vaccines against shingles, an often painful and debilitating condition caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox, but neither are available in SA.

South Africa: Why Most People in South Africa Can't Get the Shingles Vaccine

The only shingles vaccine on the market in South Africa was discontinued last year. A newer and better vaccine is being used in some other countries, but has not yet been registered in South Africa, though it can be obtained by those with money who are willing to jump through some hoops.