Shingles risk rises with age after chickenpox
About 25 percent of adults will get shingles in their lifetime, usually after age 40. The condition is caused by reactivation of the herpes zoster virus, producing a painful blistering rash and possible complications such as postherpetic neuralgia, pneumonia, and vision or hearing loss.
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Shingles Vaccine Benefits and Aging Population
The shingles vaccine, FDA approved in 2006 and CDC recommended for all over 60, now advised for ages 50 to 59. It helps prevent shingles and reduces postherpetic neuralgia risk, with mild side effects. Vaccination coverage remains low among seniors, and Medicare Part D helps with copayments.
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Veterans Prayer Breakfast and Community Events in Roswell
Roswell Elks Lodge hosts its eighth annual Veterans Prayer Breakfast this Saturday May 28 at 8 a.m. Colors will be presented at 8 with buffet at $6 per person at 1720 N Montana Ave. Public invited. Also Roswell Museum hosts a free May 31 lecture Shared Intelligence American Painting and the Photograph.
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Bridge results and invitation in Roswell
The listing shows overall winners Nancy Lynch and Arthur Brown first, Bette Russell and Elaine Hanson second, Rose Caldwell and Peter Yeaton third, with Rose Caldwell inviting players to call 622 7779. The notes mention participants Riley, Caldwell, Meeks, Farley, Hanson, Miller, Marshall.
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Norris on 2012 race and Huckabee's absence
Chuck Norris discusses Republican contenders, praises Mike Huckabee’s potential and argues Obama’s presidency harmed America. He urges GOP unity around core conservative principles and cites Reagan’s quote on limited government to rally support for a 2012 bid.
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Life is good Dr Gott urges healthy living and home care
The note encourages ongoing health checks and vigorous follow ups if needed, praises current health, and offers advice on managing fatigue after work. Dr. Peter H. Gott promotes his books Live Longer Live Better and No Flour No Sugar, inviting readers to visit his site for more tips.
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