Shingles is a painful rash caused by a reactivation of the chicken pox virus. Fortunately there is a vaccine to help prevent shingles from occuring. The vaccine, Zostavax, made by Merck, is recommended for everyone over 60 years old and people who are contemplating taking medications that suppress the immune system.

Merck recently announced that the increased demand for Zostavax has exhausted their supply and it may take four to five months before new vaccine is shipped.

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