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Where Does Herpes Virus Originate?
- Shingles and Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Virus) - Diagnosis
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Vaccination
There are two types of varicella vaccines:
- A chickenpox vaccine for vaccinating children, adolescents, and adults
- A shingles vaccine for vaccinating adults age 50 years and older
Chickenpox vaccine
The live-virus varicella vaccine (Varivax) produces persistent immunity against chickenpox. The vaccine can prevent chickenpox or reduce the severity of the illness if it is used within 3 days, and possibly up to 5 days, after exposure to the infection.
The childhood chickenpox vaccine can also...
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Shingles and Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Virus): Highlights
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