Shingles: first signs, what does it look like, triggers, how contagious is it and the four stages

There has been increased concerns about shingles after ITV announced yesterday that Holly Willoughby had fallen ill with the infection.

Shingles is a painful infection that causes a painful rash on your skin. The NHS has advised that you should get advice from 111 as soon as possible if you think you have it.

The health service has further information on its website about the infection. This includes information about the first signs of shingles and how contagious the infection is.