Chickenpox
Chickenpox (Varicella)
Chickenpox is caused by the highly contagious varicella zoster virus and is spread by coughing, sneezing, or direct contact with skin lesions
Why Vaccinate Teens (Adolescents) and Adults against Chickenpox?
Chickenpox is not usually severe, but the risk of hospitalization and death is increased in teens (adolescents) and adults. Chickenpox may cause complications such as…
Real Stories, Real People
Susan’s Story (Chickenpox)
More than 20 years later, a young woman still has scars from the vaccine-preventable disease that nearly killed her