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Chickenpox Protection for Adults and Families
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Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus and can be more severe in adults, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent infection and reduce the risk of complications.
Our pharmacy provides a professional chickenpox vaccination service, helping protect individuals who have not previously had chickenpox or who are at increased risk of exposure.
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The chickenpox vaccine, also known as the varicella vaccine, helps protect against chickenpox infection and its potential complications.
Vaccination significantly reduces the risk of developing chickenpox and can also reduce the severity of illness if infection occurs.
The chickenpox vaccine is recommended for individuals who have not previously had chickenpox or who do not have immunity to the virus.
Vaccination may be particularly beneficial for:
Adults who have never had chickenpox.
Healthcare workers.
Teachers and childcare workers.
People who live with someone who has a weakened immune system.
Women planning a pregnancy who are not immune to chickenpox.
Our clinician can advise whether vaccination is suitable for you.
Yes.
In fact, chickenpox vaccination is often particularly important for adults who have not previously had chickenpox, as the infection can be more severe in adulthood.
Adults are more likely to experience complications such as pneumonia, hospitalisation, and serious illness compared with young children.
The chickenpox vaccine is usually given as a two-dose course.
The second dose is typically administered at least 4 weeks after the first dose.
Completing both doses provides the best protection against chickenpox infection.
Adults who develop chickenpox are at greater risk of complications such as:
Pneumonia.
Severe skin infections.
Hospitalisation.
Neurological complications.
This is why vaccination is often recommended for adults who have not previously had chickenpox.
Yes.
Shingles occurs when the varicella-zoster virus reactivates later in life.
By preventing chickenpox infection, vaccination also reduces the risk of carrying the virus that causes shingles in the future.
The chickenpox vaccine helps protect people who have never had chickenpox from becoming infected with the varicella-zoster virus.
The shingles vaccine is designed for older adults who have previously had chickenpox and helps prevent the virus from reactivating as shingles later in life.
Protection is long-lasting and is expected to persist for many years after completing the two-dose course.
Current evidence suggests that most vaccinated individuals remain well protected over the long term.
You can book a chickenpox vaccination appointment directly through our pharmacy.
Our clinician will assess your suitability, answer any questions, and provide vaccination where appropriate.
Most side effects are mild and temporary.
Common side effects include:
Redness, soreness, or swelling at the injection site.
Mild fever.
Headache.
Tiredness.
A small number of people may develop a mild rash after vaccination.
Serious side effects are extremely rare.
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