Shingles, also called herpes zoster, is an infection that causes a rash. A shingles rash can be painful and blistering, and it often occurs on one side of the body or face. There may also be ongoing ...
Just when I thought I could stop thinking about shingles, I read and article that said I was at greater risk for a stroke. I found out I’m at a 31% greater risk to have a stroke for the next 12 years.
COVID-19 and shingles are both viral infections. Though COVID-19 does not cause shingles, there may be a link between the two conditions. COVID-19 is a highly infectious disease that a person can ...