04-12-2009, 05:20 PM
Whether you have had chicken pox or shingles, it is likely that being vaccinated with this shot is worth it. The risks are low, but never zero. However, shingles is not fun at all and can result in chronic pain which is certainly worth avoiding if possible. I had a case of shingles and I am not 60 and my internal medicine doctor did recommend that I go ahead and get vaccinated. If you can afford this shot, do it!