You cannot intentionally “get” shingles; it develops when the varicella-zoster virus reactivates in the body after a past chickenpox infection or varicella vaccination
Risk increases with older age
Risk increases with a weakened immune system
Risk increases with high stress
Risk increases with certain illnesses or medications that suppress immunity
Risk increases if you have had chickenpox before
Risk increases if you have not been vaccinated against shingles
Contact a healthcare professional if you think you may have shingles