By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, Jan. 23, 2026 (HealthDay News) -- The shingles vaccine can do more than simply protect folks from a maddening skin disease, new research shows.

A nasty rash isn't the only thing this shot may spare you from. A new study from the University of Southern California found that a recommended vaccine for older adults may not only prevent a painful viral infection but also help slow the aging process.