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 ...

Chickenpox is highly contagious, with the NHS recommending anyone who has it stay home until the spots form a scab. Chickenpox can be dangerous for those who are vulnerable, such as newborns, anyone ...

Health authorities stepped up surveillance after more than 800 chickenpox cases were reported across Tamil Nadu in the past two months.

Chennai: With more than 800 chickenpox cases reported over the last two months across the state, particularly among children ...

Many of us recognise chicken pox, a common childhood viral illness caused by varicella - zoster virus. From 1st January 2026 a routine chicken pox vaccine, is available freely to young children as ...