As varicella cases reemerge in some parts of the country, newly published guidance helps clinicians navigate an ‘old’ disease ...

The chickenpox vaccine is already offered as part of childhood immunisation programmes in several countries, including Canada, the US, Australia and New Zealand. Now the UK government’s Joint ...

Being covered in itchy red bumps isnt anybody's idea of a good time. Even though the chickenpox vaccine has reduced cases by nearly 90 percent since it was introduced, its still possible to get this ...

This article features expert advice from Dr Bisola Laguda, a paediatric dermatologist and spokesperson for the Skin Health Alliance. With kids now getting extra protection against chickenpox as part ...

Alerts have been issued about the rising number of chickenpox cases in Northern New South Wales this year. Meanwhile, chickenpox continues to spread across Australia with 2,010 notified cases so far ...

Everyday Health: Amy Edwards, assistant professor of pediatrics, recommended treating fevers or minor aches from chickenpox with acetaminophen (Tylenol). “You should absolutely not use aspirin, as ...

If you developed a pox-like rash before this summer, you’d probably suspect chickenpox and call your doctor about next steps. But, now that monkeypox is circulating in the U.S. and cases continue to ...