Viral infections can sometimes cause itchy or painful rashes. Here’s a breakdown of the most common viral skin rashes, what ...

When individuals reach age 50, their risk of developing shingles increases, making it more important than ever to understand this painful condition and how to help prevent it.

which also causes chickenpox. “So we’re exposed to chickenpox. Then, once that chickenpox resolves, and that initial infection is gone, and that rash is gone– we don’t shed that virus.

A study suggests that shingles vaccination may reduce heart disease risk by preventing a viral infection that can damage ...

Shingles, also called herpes zoster, is caused by the same virus that causes chicken pox. When someone recovers from chicken pox, the virus doesn’t leave their body; it lies dormant in their ...