The Varicella Zoster Virus

The Varicella Zoster Virus is organized by Belmont Publications, Inc. 

This course was issued in March 2020 and expires in March 2023.

Description:
Oral health professionals should be prepared to note the signs and symptoms of shingles as it has implications for the provision of care.

Educational Objectives:
After reading this course, the participant should be able to:
• Describe the epidemiology of a herpes zoster (shingles) infection.
• Identify risk factors for the development of shingles.
• Recognize the signs and symptoms of shingles.
• Know the current vaccine recommendations for the prevention of shingles.