Zoster vaccine
Zoster Vaccine
The Zoster Vaccine (pronounced: zos-ter vak-seen) is a vaccine used to prevent shingles, a disease caused by the varicella zoster virus.
Etymology
The term "Zoster" is derived from the Greek word "zōstēr", which means "girdle" or "belt". This refers to the characteristic rash that often wraps around one side of the body. The term "vaccine" comes from the Latin "vaccinus", meaning "from cows", as the first vaccines were developed from cowpox virus.
Usage
The Zoster Vaccine is recommended for use in adults 50 years of age and older. It is given as a two-dose series, with the second dose administered 2 to 6 months after the first. The vaccine helps to boost the immune system's ability to fight off the varicella zoster virus.
Related Terms
- Varicella Zoster Virus: The virus that causes both chickenpox and shingles.
- Shingles: A painful rash that develops on one side of the face or body, caused by the varicella zoster virus.
- Vaccine: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
- Immune System: The body's defense against infectious organisms and other invaders.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Zoster vaccine
- Wikipedia's article - Zoster vaccine
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