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The rare condition which is a complication of shingles left the star in complete paralysis of the right hand side of his face last June

Shingles, or ‘Nagin’ as it is known in local languages, is surrounded by numerous myths and misconceptions. People believe that this condition is caused by ‘bad karma’ or ‘black magic’. In reality, shingles is a viral infection and has an identified and clearly understood medical cause. Anyone who has had…

Eamonn Holmes contracted shingles in 2018, two weeks before his eldest son's wedding. He believes the stress of being investigated for allegedly not paying his correct taxes was what brought the illness on

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Everything on this checklist will add security to your years, and perhaps years to your life.

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The painful infection is very common and often starts with a tingling feeling in the skin

And when they do, your risk of stroke goes up

The painful infection is very common