Zoster vaccine added to NIP

Those aged 70-79 can now freely access the vaccine, which aims to protect against shingles and related neuropathic pain From 1 November, Australia’s only vaccine to protect against shingles and postherpetic neuralgia will be available on the National Immunisation Program (NIP) for people aged 70-79. It has been added to the schedule due to incidence of shingles