Chickenpox
Chickenpox
Chickenpox is a very contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus, a member of the Herpesvirus group . It causes a blister-like rash, itching, tiredness and fever. It can be especially serious in babies, adults, and people with weakened immune systems. It is easily spread through coughing and sneezing. It can also be spread by touching or breathing in particles from chickenpox blisters. Vaccination can reduce the risk of chickenpox infection.
Information for the general public
Information for public health departments
- Case report form
- Disease plan
- Immunize.org
- Manual for the surveillance of vaccine-preventable diseases
- The Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases (Pink Book)
- CDC Yellow Book: Health Information for International Travel
Information for healthcare professionals
- Varicella zoster (VariZig) recommendations
- Varicella zoster (VariZig) request form
- Vaccine-preventable disease testing guide for medical providers
Information for schools and childcare
- Chickenpox school report form
- Chickenpox school policy
- Outbreak notification letter
- Utah immunization guidebook