Reduced dementia incidence after varicella zoster vaccination in Wales 2013–2020
Reduced dementia incidence after varicella zoster vaccination in Wales 2013–2020
C. Schnier,J. Janbek,R. Lathe,J. Haas
2022 · DOI: 10.1002/trc2.12293
Alzheimer's & Dementia · 48 Citations
TLDR
The introduction of nationwide shingles (varicella zoster) vaccination in Wales might be associated with reduced incident dementia.
Abstract
Chronic infection with herpes viruses is a potential contributing factor to the development of dementia. The introduction of nationwide shingles (varicella zoster) vaccination in Wales might therefore be associated with reduced incident dementia.