Shingles is a painful, blistering rash usually appearing on one side of the body or face and can last 2 to 4 weeks. The risk of shingles sharply increases after 50 years of age. Even though not everyone at risk will develop shingles, 99% of people 50 years and older already have the virus that causes it inside their body. Shingles can develop unexpectedly and disrupt the lives of those affected by it, like Laarni, Tom, and Cassandra.

Shingles symptoms may vary case to case (ie, you may not experience the same symptoms as described in the video).