PQ 3983
3983. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Health if her Department or the HSE has considered emerging research indicating that vaccination against shingles may be associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, heart failure and stroke; whether this evidence will be considered in assessing the public health benefits of shingles vaccination; and if she will make a statement on the matter [63687/26]
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3983. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Health if her Department or the HSE has considered emerging research indicating that vaccination against shingles may be associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, heart failure and stroke; whether this evidence will be considered in assessing the public health benefits of shingles vaccination; and if she will make a statement on the matter [63687/26]
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