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Should the shingles vaccine be free for all adults? We asked 5 experts

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Ruth McHugh-Dillon
Should the shingles vaccine be free for all adults? We asked 5 experts
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Experts are debating whether the shingles vaccine should be provided free of charge to all adults, given a rise in reported cases among younger people. While one expert supports expansion, four others advise against it, citing current eligibility criteria.

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