Varicella (chickenpox) is commonly viewed as a harmless childhood disease. Every year the United States experiences 100 deaths in previously healthy people and account for 11,000 hospitalizations each year.
What causes chickenpox?
How does chickenpox spread?
How long does it take to show signs of chickenpox after being exposed?
How serious is chickenpox?
What are the symptoms of chickenpox?
What are possible complications from chickenpox?
How do I know if my child has chickenpox?
How long is a person with chickenpox contagious?
Is there a treatment for chickenpox?
How common is chickenpox in the U.S.?
Can you get chickenpox more than once?
If I think my child has been exposed to chickenpox, what should I do?
How are chickenpox and shingles related?