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Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent excruciating pain

A reactivation of the virus that causes chickenpox, the illness can be miserable. Here's what to know about early warning signs, long-term symptoms and some surprising news about the vaccine.

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Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent excruciating pain
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A reactivation of the virus that causes chickenpox, the illness can be miserable. Here's what to know about early warning signs, long-term symptoms and some surprising news about the vaccine.

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