Mutual funds are simply pools of money that are brought together to purchase a portfolio of securities. These securities most commonly include bonds as well as stocks. It is well known that bonds generate income through interest payments to the holder.
1-2 weeks: The rash that occurs with shingles usually lasts about 7-10 days before all the lesions dry up and begin to fall off. Lifelong scarring occasionally results. The pain associated with the rash usually lasts about 2 weeks but can persist for much longer (sometimes lifelong) in 10-15% of patients. ...Read more.
Typically you can expect 10 years of hassel-free life out of average shingles. Depending on the factors above, you can expect to do minor repairs/patching in the 10-15 year range. After 15 years or so, you should probably start budgeting for new shingles.