Is There an Association Between Shingles and The Risk of Fragility Fractures?

Herpes zoster (HZ) and fragility fractures typically affect older adults and present major burdens to healthcare systems. While HZ is associated with an increased risk of neurological, ocular, skin, and visceral complications, it is unclear whether it affects long-term bone health. Therefore, we aimed to compare the risk of fragility fractures in Veterans with HZ relative to matched Veterans without HZ in the United States.

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