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Kattermans Sand Point Pharmacy

Kattermans Sand Point Pharmacy

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Shingles Vaccine

Both chickenpox and shingles are caused by the varicella-zoster virus. After a person has chickenpox, the virus does not fully leave the body. Instead, it remains inactive in the nerve cells and can reactivate years later as shingles.

  • Risk of shingles:
    • About 1 in 3 people who have had chickenpox will develop shingles during their lifetime. The risk increases with age and with conditions that weaken the immune system.
  • Why vaccination matters:
    • Shingles can cause long-lasting pain, vision or hearing problems (if the face is affected), or other serious complications.
    • Vaccination greatly reduces the risk of both shingles and postherpetic neuralgia.
  • Vaccine recommendations:
    • All adults age 50 and older are recommended to receive the shingles vaccine.
    • The vaccine is given as a two-dose series, with doses typically spaced 2 to 6 months apart.
    • Once the two-dose series is completed, protection is considered long-term, often lifetime immunity.
    • The vaccine is also recommended for adults 19 and older with weakened immune systems due to disease or treatment.

To Get Vaccinated – Walk Right In!

No appointments necessary.
We accept WALK-INS until one hour before closing.

Save time by filling out our INTAKE FORM in advance, then bring it with you when you come in.

Download Intake Form

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Katterman’s Sand Point Pharmacy

Expert Care.
Essential Vaccines.
Neighborly Touch.

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Contact Us

Phone: 206.524.2211
Text: 206.594.2617
Fax: 206.524.4179

Address:
5400 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Hours:
Mon– Fri: 9AM – 6PM
Saturday: 10AM – 5PM
Sunday: CLOSED

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