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Chickenpox Chickenpox, caused by the varicella-zoster virus, causes a rash with fluid-filled pustules. This virus is highly contagious to those who have not been vaccinated.

Chickenpox is a highly contagious infection that often impacts children. It is easily identified by an itchy, spotty, rash, however, that can also be the symptom of many other common conditions in ...

Researchers found that older adults who received AS01-adjuvanted shingles or RSV vaccines had a significantly lower risk of ...

The preservative is in a small share of flu shots and has been studied for decades. Experts say it’s safe — despite Kennedy’s long opposition.