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<p>The National Shingles Vaccination Programme, implemented in September 2013 is provided
by general practices. The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation recommends
the shingles vaccine for adults routinely at age 70 years with a phased catch up for
those aged 71-79 years. The eligibility criteria change means that patients become
eligible for the vaccine from their 70th and 78th birthdays, if not previously vaccinated,
and can be offered the vaccine opportunistically all year round.</p><p>In support
of this change, Public Health England (PHE) has updated the communication materials
for both patients and healthcare professionals to better identify those who are eligible
and emphasise the benefits to patients from the shingles vaccination. This includes
guidance for those individuals who have missed the opportunity to receive the vaccine
previously but who remain eligible, up to their 80th birthday.</p>
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