Learn more about chickenpox. People who have only had 1 dose of chickenpox vaccine need to get a second dose. Children age 12 months and older need to get the chickenpox vaccine as part of their routine vaccine schedule. Children ages 1 through 12 years can get the MMRV vaccine, which is a combination vaccine that protects against chickenpox, measles, mumps, and rubella. Like any medicine, there's a very small chance that the chickenpox vaccine could cause a serious reaction.
Keep in mind that getting the chickenpox vaccine is much safer than getting chickenpox. Learn more about vaccine side effects. Read the VISs for vaccines that protect against chickenpox:. Getting vaccinated is easy. Suite L Washington, D. Chickenpox is a very contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus VZV.
It causes a blister-like rash, itching, tiredness, and fever. Chickenpox used to be very common in the United States.
Each year, chickenpox caused about 4 million cases, about 10, hospitalizations and to deaths. 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.
Complications of chickenpox Most people recover fully from chickenpox without ongoing problems, but it can cause complications in some adults and children and in people who have weakened immune systems.
The complications may include: scarring -- chickenpox can leave pockmark scars on the skin cellulitis -- a type of bacterial infection of the skin pneumonia -- infection and inflammation of the lung can occur in adults and can be fatal encephalitis -- inflammation of the brain, usually mild, but sometimes severe bleeding disorders -- rare but can be fatal death -- in rare cases shingles can occur in people who have previously had chickenpox.
Reasons for chickenpox immunisation Immunisation can prevent serious medical complications. In Victoria, immunisation against chickenpox is free for: children at 18 months -- immunisation against chickenpox is given as the combination MMRV vaccine. Children who have had chickenpox should still receive the combination vaccine young people up to and including 19 years -- free catch-up vaccines are available for all young people who have not been fully immunised. People who should be immunised against chickenpox People who benefit most from immunisation include: children adults not immune to chickenpox those who have not been immunised and have not had chickenpox , especially parents with young children and people in 'at-risk' occupations such as teachers, childcare workers and healthcare workers adults and young children who are not immune those who have not been immunised and have not had chickenpox , and who live with people with weakened immune systems and no history of chickenpox.
Pregnancy and chickenpox immunisation If you are thinking of becoming pregnant or you are early in your pregnancy, your healthcare professional can check your immunity with a blood test. Pre-immunisation checklist Before receiving the vaccine, tell your doctor or nurse if you or your child : are unwell have a temperature over Side effects of chickenpox vaccine The chickenpox vaccine is effective and safe, but all medications can have unwanted side effects. Managing fever after immunisation Common side effects following immunisation are usually mild and temporary occurring in the first few days after vaccination.
Side effects can be reduced by: drinking extra fluids and not overdressing if the person has a fever although routine use of paracetamol after immunisation is not recommended, if fever is present, paracetamol can be given -- check the label for the correct dose or speak with your pharmacist, especially when giving paracetamol to children.
Concerns about side effects If a side effect following immunisation is unexpected, persistent or severe, or if you are worried about yourself or your child's condition after immunisation, see your doctor or immunisation nurse as soon as possible or go directly to a hospital.
Rare side effects There is a very small risk of a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis to any vaccine. Immunisation and HALO The immunisations you may need are decided by your health, age, lifestyle and occupation. Where to get help In an emergency, always call triple zero Emergency department of your nearest hospital GP Your local government immunisation service Maternal and child health nurse Maternal and Child Health Line 24 hours Tel. More information here. Give feedback about this page.
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If you do not have immunity against chickenpox and are exposed to someone with this disease or shingles, talk with your doctor about getting chickenpox vaccine. You should get chickenpox vaccine within 3 to 5 days of being exposed.
Even if more than 5 days have passed since you were exposed, vaccination with two doses is still recommended to protect against future exposures. You need 2 doses of vaccine separated by minimum of 28 days. For more information, see Who Needs Chickenpox Vaccine. All 50 states and the District of Columbia DC have state laws that require children entering childcare or public schools to have certain vaccinations. There is no federal law that requires this. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommends that all states require children entering childcare and students starting school, college, and other postsecondary educational institutions have:.
Students in school settings have a higher chance of spreading chickenpox because they are constantly in close contact with each other. Chickenpox vaccine prevents the disease and outbreaks in childcare settings and schools. This leads to:.
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