101. NJDHSS, Communicable Disease Service: Chickenpox Chickenpox is an illness caused by infection with the varicellazoster (Chickenpox) Most outbreaks of Chickenpox occur in the winter and early spring. http://www.state.nj.us/health/cd/f_chicken.htm

Disease Index NJ InTouch What You Should Know About. . . Chickenpox What is Chickenpox? Chickenpox is an illness caused by infection with the varicella-zoster (Chickenpox) virus. It is a highly contagious and common childhood disease. The virus causes skin eruptions (rash) that begin as a reddened spot on the skin, enlarge into a fluid-filled blister (called a vesicle) and then crust or scab over after several days. The eruptions commonly appear in several successive "crops" so that several stages of the rash can be present at the same time. The disease is usually mild, however severe cases and complications such as pneumonia or death can occur. Most outbreaks of Chickenpox occur in the winter and early spring. Who gets Chickenpox? Anyone who has not had Chickenpox disease, or has not had the Chickenpox vaccine can get chickenpox disease. Once an individual has been infected with the Chickenpox virus, he/she is usually immune for the rest of his/her life. Second attacks of Chickenpox are rare, but they do occur. In most communities, at least 90% of the population has been infected with the chickenpox virus by age 15. How is Chickenpox spread?

102. ChickenpoxInfo.com The older your child is when catching chickenpox, the more likely it is that he Learn how children catch chickenpox, how to tell if your child has it, http://www.chickenpoxinfo.com/

If not, perhaps you should be. The older your child is when catching chickenpox, the more likely it is that he or she will have serious problems. Because children today don't have as many chances to get chickenpox, their risk becomes higher as they grow older. The good news is that you've come to the right place to learn about chickenpox. What Is Chickenpox? Learn how children catch chickenpox, how to tell if your child has it, what problems may arise, and how to comfort a child who has it. What You May Not Know About Chickenpox Learn how chickenpox impacts older children and adults. Patient Stories Real-life patient experiences ranging from mild to severe cases. Visuals contain depictions of serious disease. Talk with Your Healthcare Provider Questions to ask your doctor, tips on when to call a doctor about your child's chickenpox, and a link to more information. Please note that this Web site cannot replace regular discussions with your doctor or healthcare professional.

103. Chickenpox This guideline on chickenpox in pregnancy covers maternal VZ infection, This resource focuses on chickenpox (varicella, and covers causes, symptoms, http://omni.ac.uk/browse/mesh/D002644.html

low graphics Chickenpox Chickenpox Chickenpox / epidemiology broader: Herpesviridae Infections other: Bell Palsy Cytomegalovirus Infections Epstein-Barr Virus Infections Herpes Simplex ... Sarcoma, Kaposi Chickenpox Chickenpox in pregnancy This clinical guideline is one in a series, produced under the direction of the Scientific Advisory Committee of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG). This guideline on chickenpox in pregnancy covers maternal VZ infection, congenital varicella syndrome, varicella infection of the newborn, immunisations, recommendations and references. This document is aimed at obstetricians and gynaecologists, and is published on the Web by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. This guideline is still regarded as current by the RCOG, as of February 2005. In PDF requiring Adobe Acrobat Reader. Pregnancy Complications Pregnancy Practice Guideline [Publication Type] Chickenpox ... Varicella (chicken pox) One in a series of health information resources giving access to information on common medical conditions and diseases. This resource focuses on chickenpox (varicella, and covers causes, symptoms, and complications. The resources are written and published for the welfare of University of Illinois students by the McKinley Health Center, but are also of use to patients and the general public. Patient Education Handout [Publication Type] Chickenpox Chickenpox fact sheet This brief patient information fact sheet is provided by the Community Health Administration for the State of Maryland. It covers information on chicken pox, including prevention, and those at high risk.

104. Chickenpox (Varicella) Vaccine Has Saved The U.S. Hundreds Of Millions Of Dollar ? A new University of Michigan study has found that the Chickenpox (Varicella) vaccine has saved the US hundreds of millions of dollars since its http://www.news-medical.net/?id=4553

105. Page Not Found - Health And Medical Information Produced By Doctors - MedicineNe Many children have received the vaccine for chickenpox. But not much is known about the The vaccine was found to prevent almost 80% of all chickenpox. http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=38371

106. BBC News | HEALTH | Adult Chickenpox Deaths Rise Chickenpox, usually thought of as a minor childhood disease, kills significantly more adults now than it did in the late 1960s. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/1644663.stm

CATEGORIES TV RADIO COMMUNICATE ... INDEX SEARCH You are in: Health Front Page World UK ... AudioVideo SERVICES Daily E-mail News Ticker Mobiles/PDAs Feedback ... Low Graphics Friday, 9 November, 2001, 00:44 GMT Adult chickenpox deaths rise Chickenpox sufferers develop characteristically red blisters Chickenpox, usually thought of as a minor childhood disease, kills significantly more adults now than it did in the late 1960s. Research published in the British Medical Journal shows that more adults died from the infection than from measles, mumps and whooping cough combined. Official figures numbers peaked at 39 deaths in 1996 - although there has been a drop in recent years. The reason for the increase is not certain, but experts say it could be because some people, such as those who have had treatment for cancer, have weakened immune systems. Chickenpox facts Chickenpox is so-called to distinguish it from the stronger version of the pox - smallpox Chicken was used because of the term 'chickenhearted' to mean weak or timid The condition starts as red bumps which become blisters It is incubated for 14-17 days Complications can include pneumonia and the brain condition encephalitis Eighty-one per cent of deaths from chickenpox between 1995 and 1997 occurred in adults.

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