Shingles
When chickenpox strikes again.


Shingles
I Had Shingles During Pregnancy. It Taught Me an Important Lesson in Letting Go
Summer House alum Ashley McAtee shares how the illness was a “really big wake-up call.”

Shingles
‘I Got Shingles at 35. These Are the Early Symptoms My Doctors Missed’
The infection can show up in unexpected ways before a rash appears.

Shingles
How to Soothe a Shingles Rash If the Pain Is Making You Miserable
These expert tips can help you stay comfortable as the infection runs its course.

Shingles
Yes, Younger Adults Can Get Shingles. Here’s What You Need to Know
Anyone who’s had chickenpox is at risk of this viral infection—even if you’re in your 30s.

Shingles
6 Things to Know About the Shingles Vaccine
This infection is painful and can be quite serious, so it's absolutely worth avoiding.
Shingles
Ali Fedotowsky Is Sharing Photos of Her Shingles Rashes to Help Others Get Diagnosed
“I hope my story will help others detect it early.”

COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
No, the COVID-19 Vaccine Will Not Give You Herpes
Here's what's really going on with those misleading claims.

Infectious Diseases
Here Are All the Vaccines You Actually Need as an Adult
Vaccines aren’t just for kids.
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Eczema
9 Questions That Will Help You Decode That Skin Rash
Ask yourself these after wondering, “WTF is that?!”


Shingles
P90X Founder Tony Horton Reveals He’s Been Diagnosed With Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
And it does not sound fun.


Shingles
You Don't Want To Get Chickenpox as an Adult—Here's Why
It's not just folklore—adult chickenpox is worse.



Shingles
Julianna Margulies Just Learned The Hard Way Why It Sucks To Have Chickenpox As An Adult
The virus is usually thought of as a kid thing, but when grownups get it, it's so much worse.