Could a vaccine prevent dementia? Shingles shot data only getting stronger

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Vaccines may prevent dementia and slow biological aging, according to recent studies.
Older adults vaccinated against shingles show a lower risk of dementia and reduced inflammation markers.
A newer shingles vaccine may offer even greater protection against dementia than previously thought.
Shingles is caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, leading to painful rashes and potential long-term complications.
The first shingles vaccine, Zostavax, reduced shingles risk by 51% by boosting immune defenses.

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