Shingles Vaccine (Shingrix)
Hampstead, London
Protect yourself from the pain of shingles. Over 90% effective in clinical trials. Available now for ages 50+ and 18+ at increased risk of shingles.
Book Your AppointmentWhy Choose Our Private Clinic?
Immediate Availability
No waiting lists. We hold dedicated Shingrix stock for private patients.
Wider Eligibility
We vaccinate anyone aged 50+, as well as adults 18 years and above who are at increased risk of shingles.
Expert Clinical Care
Administered by experienced independent prescriber pharmacists with specialist training in vaccines and travel health.
Flexible Appointment Times
Early morning, evening and weekend slots designed to fit around busy work and family schedules.
Am I Missing Out on NHS Cover?
Find out if you are eligible for the Shingles vaccine via your NHS GP practice or if you can access it immediately through our Private Clinic.
Our Clinic’s Unique Offering
Unlike many larger private providers, we offer the Shingrix vaccine to a much broader group of patients to ensure maximum protection:
- Adults aged 18 to 49 who are at increased risk of shingles (even if you do not meet the strict NHS “severely immunosuppressed” criteria).
- Previous Zostavax Patients: If you previously had the older Zostavax vaccine and want to upgrade your protection with Shingrix, we can provide this (the NHS does not routinely offer Shingrix boosters to healthy adults who had Zostavax).
| Patient Age / Status | NHS Availability (from your GP) |
Private Availability (With Us) |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 18–49 (At increased risk, but NOT severely immunosuppressed) | Not Eligible | Available Now |
| Previously had Zostavax (Healthy adults wanting upgraded Shingrix protection) | Not Eligible | Available Now |
| Severely Immunosuppressed (Aged 18+) | Eligible | Available Now |
| Aged 50–64 (Healthy/Immunocompetent) | Not Yet Eligible | Available Now |
| Born ON or AFTER 1 Sept 1958 (Turned 65 on or after 1 Sept 2023) | Eligible (NHS Expansion) | Available Now |
| Born BEFORE 1 Sept 1958 (Turned 65 before 1 Sept 2023) | NHS Gap until age 70 * | Available Now |
| Aged 70–79 | Eligible (NHS Catch-up) | Available Now |
| Aged 80+ (Healthy/Immunocompetent) | Not Eligible | Available Now |
About the Shingrix Vaccine
Our private shingles vaccination service in London is easily accessible for local patients and those travelling from across the UK to secure their protection.
What is Shingrix?
Shingrix is the modern, non-live shingles vaccine. Unlike the older Zostavax vaccine (which the UK replaced with Shingrix from September 2023), Shingrix is over 90% effective at preventing shingles, even in older adults. Because it is a “non-live” vaccine, it is safe and suitable for people with weakened immune systems.
Why do I need it?
Shingles is caused by the reactivation of the chickenpox virus, which lies dormant in your nerves. Roughly 1 in 4 people will develop shingles in their lifetime. It causes a painful, blistering rash and can lead to Post-Herpetic Neuralgia (PHN)—a severe, debilitating nerve pain that can last for months or even years after the initial rash heals.
Dosing Schedule
| Patient Group | Licensed Dose Interval |
|---|---|
| Standard (Immunocompetent) | 2 doses, given 2 months apart (Can be flexed to 2–6 months if needed) |
| Immunodeficient / Immunosuppressed | 2 doses, given 1–2 months apart |
Ready to protect yourself?
Book your private Shingrix vaccination appointment at our London clinic today.
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"Five years later, I still take medicines for pain. My shingles rash quickly developed into open, oozing sores that in only a few days required me to be hospitalised. I could not eat, sleep, or perform even the most minor tasks. It was totally debilitating. The pain still limits my activity levels to this day."
Emerging Research: Potential Benefits Beyond Shingles Prevention
There is significant scientific interest in the wider health benefits of shingles vaccination. Recent large-scale observational studies found strong associations between the Shingrix vaccine and long-term brain health:
- Nature Medicine (2024): Shingrix was associated with a 17% lower risk of dementia compared with the older Zostavax vaccine.
- Welsh Population Study (2025): Observed a 20% reduction in dementia diagnoses over a 7-year follow-up period.
- AAIC 2025 (Alzheimer’s Association): Data found a 51% lower risk of dementia in those who received two doses of Shingrix compared with unvaccinated individuals.
One theory suggests that preventing the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus—which causes nervous system inflammation—may protect long-term cognitive function. Additionally, preventing shingles avoids the temporary spike in stroke and heart attack risk associated with active infection.
Understanding Shingles
I feel healthy; am I really at risk for shingles?
Yes. If you've had chickenpox (like 99% of adults over 50), the virus is already dormant in your body. Because our immune systems naturally weaken as we age, about 1 in 4 people will develop shingles in their lifetime—even if they feel perfectly healthy today.
How do you catch shingles?
You cannot "catch" shingles from someone else. It is caused by the reactivation of your own dormant chickenpox virus.
However, if you have an active shingles rash, you can pass the virus to someone who has never had chickenpox, which would cause them to develop chickenpox (not shingles).
What is post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN)?
PHN is severe, long-lasting nerve pain that can persist for months or even years after the initial shingles rash has completely healed. It is the most common complication of shingles.
Is shingles serious?
Yes, it can be. Beyond the painful rash and the risk of debilitating long-term nerve pain (PHN), shingles can occasionally be life-threatening. In rare cases—particularly for those with severely weakened immune systems—the virus can spread to internal organs and cause complications like pneumonia.
Who is at an increased risk of shingles?
Your risk increases significantly as you get older. People with weakened immune systems or underlying health conditions—such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or lupus—are also at a much higher risk of developing the condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
How effective is the Shingrix vaccine?
Can immunocompromised people have the shingles vaccine?
Can I get vaccinated if I've already had shingles?
I had the old Zostavax vaccine. Can I still get Shingrix?
What are the side effects?
Is there an upper age limit?
Can Shingrix be given at the same time as other vaccines?
Do I need the shingles vaccine every year?
Could the shingles vaccine help prevent dementia?
Ready to book?
Secure your private shingles vaccination clinic appointment using our portal below. Need a home visit instead? Email our team directly.
Important Note: The deposit paid at the time of booking is not an extra fee. It will be fully deducted from the total service cost when you visit us, provided you adhere to our cancellation policy.
Mahyar SaremiSuperintendent Pharmacist Prescriber
GPhC Registration: 2069409
Last reviewed: February 2026 | Next review due: February 2027