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Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster)

Chickenpox

Chickenpox is a common viral infection that can reappear later in life as shingles. A vaccine is available to prevent chickenpox.

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This web page is managed and authorised by Communicable Diseases of Centre for Health Protection of the NSW Department of Health. Last updated: 31 March, 2009

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