Shingles vaccine.

[LiberalElite]

1. ok ok I got it already-

My pcp told me to get it but I dragged my feet because

1) it's expensive and not covered by my insurance (I'm still employed full time) was not old enough for Medicare at the time;
2) i resented the fear-mongering Big Pharma commercials (what other kind are there) stating 1/3 of people who had chickenpox will get shingles (do the math- 2/3 won't get it)

However, I ultimately decided I couldn't afford to get the possible lingering side effects so finally paid over $200 for the shot. For that amount of money I expect it to be good for a couple of lifetimes but the effectiveness wanes as you get older.

Phooey.