The shingles vaccine is recommended for some older adults and people with a severely weakened immune system.
People who turn 65 on or after 1 September 2023
From 1 September 2023, you are eligible for the shingles vaccine when you turn 65.
You will be offered 2 doses of the vaccine. These are given between 6 and 12 months apart.
Your GP should contact you to make an appointment to have your shingles vaccine. Contact your GP surgery if you think you are eligible for the shingles vaccine and you’ve not been contacted about it.
You will remain eligible until your 80th birthday.
Information:
If you turned 65 before 1 September 2023, you will be eligible for the vaccine when you turn 70.
People aged 70 to 79
Everyone aged 70 to 79 is eligible for the shingles vaccine.
You will have 2 doses (given between 6 and 12 months apart).
Contact your GP surgery if you missed your vaccine. You are eligible up until your 80th birthday.