Shingles vaccine linked to reduced risk of heart attack and stroke
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Shingles vaccine linked to reduced risk of heart attack and stroke

26 Aug 2026 · Originally published 26 Aug 2026 8/10 Original headline: Shingles vaccine linked to lower risk of heart attack and stroke, study finds
A study led by the University of Oxford suggests that the Shingrix vaccine may lower the risk of cardiovascular events by 12% in older adults. If confirmed by further trials, this could provide a preventative health benefit comparable to daily blood pressure medication, potentially protecting thousands from heart disease and stroke.
Source: Guardian Science National
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