Shingles Vaccination

Shingles is a painful skin rash caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus — the same virus that causes chickenpox. While anyone who has had chickenpox is at risk, the chances of developing shingles increase with age or weakened immunity.

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Protect yourself against shingles and its complications

Getting vaccinated helps reduce the risk of shingles and may lessen the severity of symptoms if it does occur.

Who should get the shingles vaccine?

Adults aged 50 years and above
Individuals aged 18 years and above with weakened immune systems
Those with a history of chickenpox (varicella)

If you’re unsure whether the vaccine is suitable for you, speak to your doctor for personalised medical advice.

About the vaccine:

Number of doses: 2 doses, given 2 to 6 months apart
Type of vaccine: Non-live, recombinant vaccine
Administration: Intramuscular injection
Common side effects: Redness or soreness at the injection site, fatigue, headache, or mild fever

Government subsidies from 1 September 2025:

From 1 September 2025, eligible individuals will be able to receive government subsidies for the shingles vaccine under the National Adult Immunisation Schedule (NAIS) at CHAS-accredited clinics.

Those eligible for subsidies may include:

Singapore Citizens aged 60 and above
Singapore Citizens aged 18 and above with certain medical conditions
Pioneer and Merdeka Generation seniors, who may receive additional subsidies