- Herpes zoster vaccination reduced cardiovascular events by 18% for adults 18+ and 16% for those 50+.
- The research covered 19 studies, showing significant heart attack and stroke risk reduction.
- Findings were presented at the 2025 European Society of Cardiology Congress.
- Both vaccine types were effective in lowering cardiovascular risks.
- The predominance of observational studies limits causality conclusions, calling for further research.
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