Is shingles contagious?

While shingles is not contagious, the varicella-zoster virus is. If you have an active outbreak of shingles, you can pass the virus on to someone who has never had chickenpox or who has not been vaccinated against it.

If this happens, the infected person will not develop shingles, but rather chickenpox. Therefore, it is essential to take precautions to prevent transmission.

If you have shingles, follow these recommendations:

– Keep the rash well covered
– Wash your hands frequently
– And avoid close contact with people who are more vulnerable to the virus, such as infants, pregnant women, or individuals with weakened immune systems.

This way, you can help protect others and prevent the spread of the virus.