1. Who gets it?
Mostly affects children
Adults are at risk too
Unusual to have Chickenpox more than once.
2. How do you catch it? It’s easy to catch it…
Contact with the fluid from the blisters, or droplets spread through coughing and sneezing.
3. Vaccination options
The Chickenpox vaccine is a safe, effective way to prevent Chickenpox and its possible complications. The vaccine stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies that will help protect against Chickenpox.
Number of doses? 2, usually given 4-8 weeks apart.
Booster doses? Once you have completed the two-dose course, you won’t need further booster doses.
Age restrictions? Suitable for patients from the age of one up to the age of 65. It is only recommended if you have not had Chickenpox.
If you would like to book an appointment or have any questions relating to this service, please call us today on 01204 263040 and talk to one of our dedicated clinicians.