# What Is Shingles

- **Website:** <https://whatisshingles.com>
- **Primary alias:** `whatisshingles.com`

## Description

GSK offers information about shingles, also known as herpes zoster, a painful skin rash that can last for weeks. If you've had chickenpox, the virus causing shingles is already within you, and as you age, your risk for shingles increases. About 1 in 3 people will develop shingles in their lifetime. Symptoms include itching, pain, and a rash with blisters. The virus causing chickenpox can reactivate to cause shingles. GSK provides vaccines to protect adults at risk for shingles. By subscribing, you can access resources on shingles, including symptoms, causes, and prevention methods. The site aims to educate and empower individuals to take proactive measures against shingles. Stay informed and safeguard your health with GSK. This information is intended for US residents.

## Industries

- ⛑ Health
- ⛑ Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals _(under Health)_
- ⛑ Health Conditions and Concerns _(under Health)_

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idsaYIwTfW/w/333/h/100/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1778110990896)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Big Stone | #1a2940 | accent |
| Cod Gray | #151515 | dark |
| White | #ffffff | light |

## Fonts

- josefin-sans — asset _(custom)_
- orpheuspro — asset _(custom)_

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_See [/llms.txt](/llms.txt) for a full list of agent-readable pages, and [/auth.md](/auth.md) for how agents authenticate._