Stay Clear of Shingles with Shingrix

Stay Clear of Shingles with Shingrix

By: Brittany Kaye

Last week, California Senator Diane Feinstein was hospitalized with a nasty case of shingles. The painful rash can cause complications and can be especially dangerous for older people or those with weakened immune systems. But there’s also growing evidence that shingles is on the rise in younger adults, too. And if you’ve ever had it, or know someone who has, you know it’s not easily forgotten. Lewis Drug Pharmacist, Sara Hicks, stopped by with more information about shingles and, more importantly, with information about how you can protect yourself against shingles.

Lewis has been a trusted neighborhood pharmacy and market leader for nearly 80 years. From expert advice and quick refills, to longer hours, and more convenient locations. You can find the neighborhood pharmacy nearest you online at lewisdrug.com. Online prescription refills are available through the RX Local app and your local Lewis pharmacists can give you COVID vaccines, flu shots and offer health screenings to keep you on the road to wellness.