{
  "id": 14040437,
  "title": "Viola Davis Says Shingles Pain Was a ‘9 Out of 10’: How It Changed Her Life",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/viola-davis-says-shingles-pain-was-a-9-out-of-10-how-it-changed-her",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-12T18:44:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Healthline News",
    "slug": "healthline-news",
    "url": "https://www.healthline.com/health-news/viola-davis-shingles-pain-changed-life"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Acclaimed actress Viola Davis shared her experience with shingles and how it significantly altered her perspective on health. The pain from shingles reached a 9 out of 10, prompting her to prioritize her well-being. Davis, who developed shingles at 50, initially ignored her symptoms but later recognized the severity. She now stresses the importance of regular checkups and open communication with healthcare providers. Shingles risk increases with age, and vaccination remains the most effective prevention method, more than 90% successful in preventing the disease.",
  "summary": "Award-winning actress and producer Viola Davis opens up about her painful experience with shingles, why it changed the way she prioritizes her health, and what she wants others to know about their risk. Photo: Syneos Health Award-winning actress and producer Viola Davis is opening up about her painful experience with shingles and how it changed her approach to her health. Davis said the pain…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}