Chickenpox Vaccine

                     Chickenpox/Varicella Vaccination                                                                                                                                                                                                                           The varicella vaccine protect against chickenpox(varicell ),a common and very contagious childhood viral illness. it also protects againts shingles. it is a live attenuated vaccine, which means it contains a weakend form of the virus. chickenpox Immuni Chickenpox Immunization Schedule the varicella vaccine is given as a shot when kids are between 12 and 15 months old. they get a booster shot for further protection at 4 to 6 years of age. kids who are older than 6 but younger than 13 who have not had chickenpox or the vaccine should get the 2 doses given 3 months apart. kids 13 years or older should get their 2 vaccine doses 1 to 2 months apart. sometimes the varicella vaccine is given in combination with the vaccine for meales, mumps, and rubella, in a vaccine called MMRV. kids up to 13 years old can get this vaccine. why is the chickenpox Vaccine Recommended? chickenpox used to be common in the US, causing many hospitalizations and even deaths. since the vaccine was introduced in 1995, it has prevented millions of infections every year. it prevents severe illness in almost all kids who are vaccinated. it's also very effective in preventing mild illness. vaccinated kids who do get chickenpox generally have a mild case. if a personal with no immunity to the virus is exposed to someone with chickenpox or shingles, they are likely to get infected because the virus is so contagious. giving the vaccine within 3 to 5 days after exposure can held to prevent the infection. chickenpox is a very contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). it causes a blister-like rash, itching, tiredness, and fever. chikenpox used to be very common in the united states. each year, chikenpox caused about 4 million cases, about 10,600 hospitalizations and 100 to 150 deaths. two doses of the vaccine are about 90% effective at preventing chikenpox. when you get vaccinated, you protect yourself and others in your community. this is especially important for people who cannot get vaccinated, such as those with weakened immune systems or pregnant women.some people who are vaccinated against chikenpox may still get the disease. however, it is usually milder with fewer blisters and little or no fever. talk with your healthcare professional if you have questions about chikenpox vaccine.