• Does the Shingles Vaccine Delay Dementia?

  • Aug 19 2024
  • Length: 21 mins
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Does the Shingles Vaccine Delay Dementia?

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  • Dementia is the 6th leading cause of death in the U.S. and there hasn't been a lot of hope with prevention or treatment. However, recently published evidence suggests the shingles vaccine may delay it's onset.

    The GameChanger
    Several studies suggest a delay in onset of dementia with the recombinant shingles vaccine.

    Guest
    Geoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, BCGP
    Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake University
    Internal Medicine/Critical Care, UnityPoint Health

    Reference
    The recombinant shingles vaccine is associated with lower risk of dementia

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    CPE Information
    Learning Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
    1. Describe dementia's epidemiology and the significance of preventive interventions.
    2. Discuss the strengths, weaknesses, and outcomes of the study.

    0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
    UAN: 0107-0000-24-246-H01-P
    Initial release date: 08/19/2024
    Expiration date: 08/19/2025
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