Chickenpox

Chickenpox Vaccine Protects Against Shingles, Too

Parents should not be alarmed of shingles if their kids had already been vaccinated against chickenpox. Source link

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Chickenpox Vaccine Shields Kids From Shingles, Too

Title: Chickenpox Vaccine Shields Kids From Shingles, TooCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/10/2019 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/10/2019 12:00:00 AM Source link

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Chickenpox Vaccine Shields Against Shingles Too

Kids who were vaccinated against chickenpox had a 78% lower risk of developing shingles, the researchers said. Source link

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When kids are vaccinated against chickenpox, they’re less likely to get shingles, too

Children who are vaccinated against the virus that causes chickenpox are getting a twofer: Not only are they protected against irritating and potentially scarring chickenpox, but they appear to have...

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Teen Who Refused Chickenpox Vaccine Now Has Disease

[ad_1] A Kentucky teen who was banned from school for refusing vaccination against chickenpox has come down with the disease, his lawyer says. Source link [ad_2]

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7 Chickenpox Home Remedies For Children

[ad_1] Effective home remedies can alleviate the discomfort caused by chickenpox. Source link [ad_2]

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Gov. Exposed Kids to Chickenpox

[ad_1] Republican Governor Matt Bevin’s actions of deliberately exposing his children to a disease are "unfortunate and not an example for any of us," infectious disease expert Dr. William Schaffner...

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Post-Onset Shingles Rx Fails to Cut Ischemic Stroke Risk

[ad_1] The higher risk for stroke with herpes zoster was not attenuated by antivirals or Zostavax vaccination in older patients, but that shouldn't slow vaccination rates or further study. Medscape...

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Vaccine-Exempt Students Behind N.C. Chickenpox Outbreak

[ad_1] Title: Vaccine-Exempt Students Behind N.C. Chickenpox OutbreakCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/20/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/20/2018 12:00:00 AM Source link [ad_2]

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Vaccine-Exempt Kids Behind Chickenpox Outbreak

[ad_1] Thirty-six students at Asheville Waldorf School were diagnosed with the disease last Friday, BBC News reported. Source link [ad_2]

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Medical News Today: Best treatments for chickenpox scar removal

[ad_1] Most people experience chickenpox at least once during their lifetime. Some people may develop scars from it, especially if they scratch the lesions. Learn about different methods of chickenpox...

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Shingles on the Rise Among Younger People

Over the last six decades, there has been a steady uptick in the number of shingles cases in the United States -- even among younger adults. What's behind it? Researchers...

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Loyola Medicine specialist offers tips to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease in children

With an uptick in cases of hand, foot and mouth disease in the area, Loyola Medicine pediatric infectious disease specialist Nadia Qureshi, MD, offers tips to keep kids healthy as...

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Medical News Today: Chickenpox vs. measles: What's the difference?

When it comes to chickenpox vs. measles, there are differences as well as similarities. While both are viral infections, they’re caused by different viruses. While both cause rashes, one produces...

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