The signs of chickenpox and when you should see a doctor

The signs of chickenpox can include fever, loss of appetite, and an itchy rash. Here's how to know if you have it and when to ...

Chickenpox outbreak in Westfield schools underscores declining vaccination rates

We are definitely seeing a decline in vaccination rates,” said Fawne StPierre, the school district’s health and safety ...

Chickenpox: Why the UK has approved the MMRV vaccine in under-fours but the US is preparing to restrict it

Two countries, two different approaches to protecting children from chickenpox. While the UK prepares to introduce a combined ...

If you've had chickenpox you're at risk of a painful condition called shingles — here's why

Once you've had chickenpox, the virus never leaves your body and can cause shingles later in life as your immune system ...

Chickenpox vaccine: who can get it, when and why?

The chickenpox – or varicella – vaccine is now available free of charge for all babies born on or after October 1st, 2024.
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CDC Immunization Schedule Adopts Individual-Based Decision-Making for COVID-19 and Standalone Vaccination for Chickenpox in Toddlers, "Informed Consent Is Back,…

The immunization schedules adopt recent recommendations by the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which ...