The Shingles Vaccine is Now Subsidised

At District Family Clinics, we’re excited to share that the Shingrix vaccine for shingles is now available with subsidies, making protection more affordable for our patients.

What is Shingrix?

Shingrix is a modern, non-live vaccine designed to protect against shingles, a painful skin rash caused by the reactivation of the chickenpox virus. It offers long-lasting and highly effective protection, especially in adults aged 50 and above.

Who Should Get Vaccinated?

• Adults Aged 50 and Older (regardless of chickenpox history)

• Individuals who have had shingles before (to reduce recurrence risk)

• Those previously vaccinated with older shingles vaccines (e.g., Zostavax)

• Individuals aged 18 years and older with chronic medical conditions like diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and chronic kidney disease. However, individuals should always consult their doctors to determine the vaccine is appropriate for you

*Individuals should always consult their doctors to determine whether the vaccine is appropriate for you

Vaccine Schedule

• Two doses required

• Given 2 to 6 months apart

• Administered as an intramuscular injection in the upper arm

Pricing at District Family Clinics

Eligible Singaporeans aged 60 years and above, as well as individuals aged 18 years and older with certain chronic medical conditions, will be able to receive subsidies for the Shingles (Shingrix) vaccine at our CHAS clinics.

Category	Price per dose
Pioneer Generation	$38
Merdeka Generation / CHAS Blue / CHAS Orange	$75
CHAS Green / Non-CHAS Singaporeans	$150
Non-Singaporeans	$350

💡 Subsidies are applied automatically for eligible Singaporeans. Two doses are required for full protection.

Possible Side Effects

Most side effects are mild and temporary, such as:

• Soreness, redness or swelling at the injection site

• Headache or fatigue

• Mild fever or body aches

These usually resolve within a few days. Severe allergic reactions are rare.

Why Vaccinate Against Shingles?

Shingles can cause weeks of severe pain and sometimes lead to long-term nerve damage (post-herpetic neuralgia). With over 90% protection demonstrated in adults, Shingrix is one of the most effective ways to safeguard your health.

Shingles vaccines has also been shown to lower the risk of heart disease.

Book Your Vaccination Today

Don’t wait until shingles strikes. Protect yourself with the Shingrix vaccine at District Family Clinics.

👉 Book an in-clinic appointment today to secure your vaccination slot.

Useful Articles and References:

• https://www.vaccine.gov.sg/shingles

• https://www.moh.gov.sg/newsroom/subsidies-and-medisave-coverage-for-shingles-vaccine-

• https://www.healthhub.sg/medication-devices-and-treatment/medications/shingles-herpes-zoster-vaccine

Written by: Rei Huan

Vetted by: Dr. Zhao Run Feng