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Zoster vaccination — ABFM Board MCQ

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A 52-year-old immunocompetent adult asks about shingles prevention. What is recommended?

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Correct answer: CRecombinant zoster vaccine (RZV) 2-dose series starting now

ACIP recommends recombinant zoster vaccine (Shingrix) for all adults >=50 years as a 2-dose series regardless of prior shingles history. A delays. B outdated. D/E too restrictive.

Reference: ACIP (2024): Adult Immunization Schedule-Zoster Vaccination