Shingles in Quebec – personal suffering Shingles is caused by the varicella zoster virus, the virus that causes chickenpox. Over 90% of Canadians over the age of 50 have already contracted chickenpox and are therefore likely to develop shingles. Shingles in Quebec, personal suffering and a public health issue It is estimated that 130,000 Canadians … Continue reading Shingles in Quebec – personal suffering