Medically reviewed by Amelia MacIntyre, DO The varicella vaccine is highly effective and decreases chickenpox cases significantly.Chickenpox is contagious 1-2 days before you develop a rash and until ...

The signs of chickenpox can include fever, loss of appetite, and an itchy rash. Here's how to know if you have it and when to ...

Family physician Douglas Kamerow, a former assistant surgeon general, is a chief scientist at RTI International. He lives in Washington, D.C. I remember when our kids got chickenpox. We were returning ...

What are the benefits of the MMR/MMRV vaccine? The MMR vaccine protects your child against three viruses: measles, mumps, and rubella (German measles). The MMRV is the same as the MMR, except that it ...

An alert that a case of chickenpox was confirmed in campus on Feb. 17 caused a mild alarm around TCU with students worrying if they would be infected, a university official confirmed to the ...

As winter approaches, it brings with it a host of seasonal ailments. From persistent coughs and sniffles to painful sore throats, many youngsters - and adults - may find themselves feeling unwell.