Shingles Vaccine and Dementia Risk: New Findings
April 4, 2025
A new study in Wales indicates that the shingles vaccine may reduce the risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer's. The study involved nearly 300,000 participants and found that vaccinated individuals had a 20% lower risk of dementia over seven years. Notably, women showed greater protection. Researchers suggest that vaccination may reduce inflammation in the nervous system.