Suitable for all immunisation teams to use to implement the shingles programme. Should be used with the guidance attached.

The aim of the herpes zoster (shingles) vaccination programme is to reduce the incidence and severity of shingles disease in older people and started in September 2013 and extended from September 2023. 

The guidance for healthcare professionals document includes information on:

1. shingles infection
2. programme delivery
3. shingles vaccine
4. vaccine eligibility
5. vaccine administration