Vaccination Guide for Shingles Prevention
In the fight against shingles, a vaccine is available to protect eligible individuals, and various resources have been made accessible to help facilitate the vaccination process. Here's a breakdown of the resources available:
Shingles Vaccination Leaflet
The main leaflet about the shingles vaccination is available in multiple formats to cater to various needs. You can find accessible versions in Audio, Braille, British Sign Language (BSL), Large Print, and other formats. The leaflet is also available in numerous languages, including Albanian, Arabic, Bengali, Bulgarian, and many more.
Ordering the Leaflet
If you prefer a paper copy of the English version, you can order or download it for free using product code C24SGX1EN.
Contact Information
Should you need further assistance, you can reach out via phone, email, or through a contact form. The telephone number for public health resources is 0300 123 1002, and the service is available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm. The contact form can be found at this link. The email address is [email protected].
Shingles Vaccination Postcards
There are two designs of shingles vaccination invitation postcards available, one with a birthday theme and another linked to the new leaflet artwork. Each postcard has an empty section for adding the name and address of the eligible patient. They can be used for the first or second Shingrix vaccine and are suitable for all shingles vaccination settings, including GP practices. To order the postcards, use product code S23PC02 or S23PC03.
Ordering the Vaccination Stickers and Record Cards
Stickers for the shingles programme are available to order using product code S23ST04. Record cards for the 2-dose program are available to order as well, with product code S23RC01, and they are available in packs of 25.
Accessing Resources
All these resources can be viewed, downloaded, or ordered free of charge from the public health resources page on our website.
Stay informed and protected with these accessible resources, and remember that the shingles vaccine is your shield against this painful condition.
