Varicella (chicken-pox) vaccination

In many countries of the world chicken-pox vaccine is part of the routine childhood vaccination programme. In the UK a child may have free vaccination only if they are over the age of 12 and have not had the disease. There is no current plan to introduce varicella vaccination for children.

Two doses of the vaccine fully protects against chicken-pox in 99% of cases. The tiny number who do not get full protection will experience fewer spots, milder symptoms and a speedier recovery time.

The vaccine is available at the Globe Travel Health Centre.

Source: Joint Committee on Vaccination ad Immunisation (JCVI)

For further advice, contact the Globe Travel Health Centre on 01603 667323

Source: http://www.globetravelhealthcentre.com/travel-advice/varicella-chicken-pox-vaccination.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=varicella-chicken-pox-vaccination

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