Question

A healthy 52-year-old seeks shingles prevention. What vaccination strategy is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Recombinant zoster vaccine 2 doses separated by 2-6 months.

Answer

One dose of live zoster vaccine now.

Answer

Two doses of recombinant zoster vaccine starting at age 60.

Answer

Delay vaccination until age 65 due to Medicare coverage.

Answer

Recombinant zoster vaccine 1 dose now and a second dose in 12 months.

Practice question

A healthy 52-year-old seeks shingles prevention. What vaccination strategy is recommended?