Do I have to start my shingles vaccines again if I got the 1st years ago? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers your questions
BOSTON - Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your latest health questions. If you have a question, email her or message her on Facebook or X (formerly known as Twitter).
Jack writes, "I went to my eye doctor yesterday and she asked whether I had received the shingles vaccine. I told her I got the first dose in 2021 but wasn't able to get the second. She said I now have to start all over again. Is this correct?"
Ideally, you want to get your second shot two to six months after your first, but according to the CDC, if you have waited longer than six months, you do not need to start all over again. Just get the second dose as soon as possible.
Dr. Mallika is offering her best advice, but as always, consult your personal doctor before making any decisions about your personal health.