(Topeka, Kan., Oct. 21, 2008) – Medical Arts Pharmacy and Stormont-Vail’s Healthwise 55 are partnering on a shingles vaccination clinic in November.
Clinic dates are Nov. 4, 6, 11, 13, 18 and 20 at the Medical Arts Pharmacy and Healthwise 55 office at 10th and S.W. MacVicar Ave. Clinic hours are 1 to 4 p.m.
The Zostavax vaccination used to prevent shingles in adults 60-years old or older. Once you reach age 60, the sooner you get vaccinated, the better your chances of protecting yourself from shingles. Zostavax is given as a single shot. Zostavax cannot be used to treat shingles once you have it.
Shingles is a rash that begins as a cluster of small red spots that often blister. The rash can be painful and usually lasts for 30 days. The same virus causes shingles and chickenpox. The virus can stay in your nervous system for years. The virus may become active again resulting in shingles.
Vaccination participants who are 65-years-old or older should review their Medicare D policy for coverage. If younger than age 65, the participant needs to contact his or her health insurance provider.
Participants must bring their health insurance card and a prescription for their doctor’s office to the vaccination clinic. Standard health insurance co-pays fees will apply.
Participants can make an appointment by calling (785) 354-6787.
