Shingles Risk for Australians Over 50
New research reveals that many Australians over 50 underestimate their risk of developing shingles, a painful condition that can affect overall wellbeing.
Shingles is a viral infection caused by the reactivation of the varicella zoster virus, which also causes chickenpox, resulting in a painful, blistering skin rash.
The risk of developing shingles increases with age, particularly after 50, due to a decline in the immune system. Other risk factors include a weakened immune system or contracting chickenpox in the first year of life.
Australians over 50 are encouraged to take shingles seriously and learn the signs and symptoms to protect their health.
Shingles can affect anyone who has had chickenpox, but it is most common in people 50 years of age and older.
- Caused by the reactivation of the varicella zoster virus
- Painful, blistering skin rash
- Risk increases with age, particularly after 50
- Weakened immune system or early childhood chickenpox also increase risk
Author's summary: Australians over 50 should take shingles seriously due to increased risk.
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