But because those numbers aren't tracked in Nova Scotia, it's hard to know how many under that age are affected. She hasn't heard of an increase in Nova Scotia, but said she does hear of the odd case of a younger person having shingles. "But sometimes even healthy young adults will get shingles and it's not entirely clear [why]," McNeil said. When it comes to preventing shingles, McNeil said the only options are a healthy diet, exercise and adequate sleep. The newest shingles vaccine, Shringrix, costs $300 for the required two doses.

Source: CBC News February 18, 2019 09:56 UTC