Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Chickenpox is usually mild but can lead to serious complications for some children (Getty Images) (Petko Ninov via Getty Images) A ...

IT’S a common childhood illness that most people think they can easily spot… thanks to that tell-tale rash. But chickenpox isn’t just about the maddeningly itch. There are actually several other ...

Children can catch and carry chickenpox before symptoms show 🐔 As children return to schools and nurseries this month, parents are being warned to be aware of the symptoms of chickenpox. Children can ...

England’s NHS will roll out a free chickenpox vaccine for all children from January next year, in a move that could save families millions in lost workdays while protecting thousands of children from ...

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A vaccine which protects against chickenpox is being rolled out across the NHS for the first time from today. As part of routine vaccinations, children will now be offered a combined MMRV vaccine.