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A natural experiment in Wales, due to a staggered shingles vaccine rollout, surprisingly revealed a significant reduction in dementia among vaccinated seniors. Researchers discovered a strong protective effect against dementia following vaccination, particularly in women. This benefit persisted across various analyses. Intriguingly, there’s also emerging evidence suggesting potential therapeutic benefits for individuals already diagnosed with dementia, indicating that the shingles vaccine may offer broader neurological advantages than previously understood. This accidental finding warrants further investigation into the vaccine’s impact on brain health.
