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People do get vaccinations for chickenpox. In some countries, vaccination for chickenpox in routine; in others, it is used only for those at high risk of transmission of complication.
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Some reasons that people do not get vaccinated:
- Chickenpox vaccine is 85% effective, although it does reduce the severity of chickenpox even if infection occurs.
- Some believe getting chickenpox at an earlier stage in life is far better than getting a vaccine because when you are young, chickenpox is usually harmless.
- Vaccination against chickenpox is expensive and it is usually not a life threatning disesase when you are young.
- Some believe there's more chances of getting chickenpox when you are older if you get vaccinated.
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What are some Diseases you can vaccinate against?
Tuberculosis , chicken pox , polio , rabies , influenza , lyme , mumps , measles , pertussis ,
How do you prevent leptospirosis in goats?
Vaccinate against it
Which is the trusted brand for chickenpox vaccine?
In the US, there are two brands of FDA-approved vaccine that contain chickenpox. Varivax vaccinates against chickenpox only, and Proquad vaccinates against chickenpox, measles, mumps, and rubella.
Who can get chickenpox?
anyone, if you dont get the shot to prevent it
Does mmr vaccinate against German measles?
MMR Vaccine protects against,MumpsMeaslesRubella = German measles===================
Why can a student vaccinated against mumps still be infected by the pathogens that cause other diseases such as a chickenpox?
If a student is vaccinated against mumps, then he will not get mumps. He is susceptible for all other virus infections. Suppose you vaccinate a student for Flu. Still he can get the infection from other strains of the Flu. So immunity is very specific for perticular virus and strain of virus.
Why would a vaccine against polio not protect against chickenpox?
A vaccine for polio is specifically for polio and not for chickenpox. No more than trying to say that a hamburger is a salad.
What antibiotic is effective against chickenpox?
none, that is a virus
What are the advantages of chickenpox vaccine?
Chickenpox vaccine provides protection against the chickenpox virus, which can cause both chickenpox and shingles. Getting the vaccine reduces the risk of serious complications, which can occur in pregnant women with chickenpox as well as immunocompromised patients.its a practice for your body
Do you vaccinate a goat?
No, goats are naturally immune to disease. Depending on the diseases that are in livestock in your district it is recommended to vaccinate goats every six months against the clostridial diseases and in some countries goats are also vaccinated against Johne's disease.
Jehovah witnesses vaccinate their children?
In the past, it is pretty clear that Jehovah's Witnesses were against vaccinating their children. However, in modern-day times, the teachings seem to not be as strict, and many vaccinate.
What are the most effective weapons against chickenpox?
Medicine and vaccines.
