Key Takeaways

The shingles vaccine protects against more than just rashesPeople who get the vaccine have a lower risk of heart disease, dementia and premature deathThe vaccine is recommended for all Americans 50 and older

MONDAY, Oct. 20, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The shingles vaccine does more than just protect middle-aged folks and seniors against maddening rashes, a new study says.

The vaccine also lowers their risk of heart disease, dementia and death, researchers reported in Atlanta Sunday at IDWeek, the joint annual meeting of America’s top infectious disease professional societies.

According to the new study, adults 50 and older who get the shingles vaccine have a:

50% lower risk of dementia caused by blood flow problems27% lower risk of blood clots25% lower risk of heart atta

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