Are your vaccinations up to date? Aug 25, 2009
Kids starting second, third and sixth grades must get one dose of the chickenpox (varicella) vaccine or document that they ve had the disease. Kindergartners and first-graders need two doses of the vaccine. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Texas Delays Immunization Rules Aug 25, 2009
The extension applies only to the shots for meningococcal, tetanus and varicella. Pocket shortages of those vaccines have been reported around the state. (Click2Houston, TX)
DC Immunization Clinics Are Open This Weekend Aug 22, 2009
However, all children will now need to have the Varicella or the Chicken Pox Vaccine. Students in the sixth through twelfth grades will also need a meningitis shot. (W-USA News, DC)
Watertown Schools open Sept. 8 Aug 20, 2009
Varicella (chicken pox) All students entering preschool, kindergarten and grade seven must have the varicella vaccine or proof of having had chicken pox from their doctor. Physical exam Students entering kindergarten must have a recent physical exam (since September 2008) by a licensed practitioner. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Tardy chickenpox shots leave school desks vacant Aug 20, 2009
Only elementary school pupils must have the chickenpox, or varicella, vaccine. The vaccine was added this year to the list of others required, which are diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B. All are free, paid for by the state, although private physicians usually charge an administrative fee to give the shots. (Anchorage Daily News)
A shot of prevention Aug 18, 2009
Varicella (chicken pox) and hepatitis A vaccines are also highly recommended. I just tell the parents, You re going to cry; your child s going to cry; I m going to cry, said public health nurse Kay Robertson. (Helena Independent Record)
Case Study: Autism and Vaccines Aug 5, 2009
Because of a series of ear infections, Hannah had fallen behind in the vaccine schedule, so in a single day she was given five inoculations covering a total of nine diseases: measles, mumps, rubella, polio, varicella, diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, and Haemophilus influenzae. "That was just too many vaccines," says Terry Poling. (Time.com)
Corrected: Secretary of Health Urges Pennsylvanians to Get Immunized Aug 4, 2009
Cases of measles, Haemophilus influenza type B (Hib), meningococcal meningitis, varicella (chicken pox), pneumococcal disease, and Hepatitis A and B occur at a fraction of what they did before vaccines were available. However, these diseases still pose threats. (PR Newswire)
New Drug Target For Kaposi's Sarcoma Aug 3, 2009
Those include mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus), shingles (Varicella zoster virus), genital herpes (herpes simplex), retinitis (cytomegalovirus) and cancer (Kaposi s sarcoma). While therapies exist for these viruses, they often have negative side effects and are facing rising viral resistance. (Science Daily)
New vaccinations Jul 31, 2009
The second addition is a second dose of the varicella (chickenpox) vaccine for grades pre-K through 12. However, the second dose of varicella vaccine is only now being enforced as a requirement ... Lisa Anderson, epidemiology nurse for Public Health District 3, said the district does have adequate varicella vaccines. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Are you worried about Swine Flu in your childs school? Jul 29, 2009
My daughter was one of the first kids in Atlanta that received the varicella vaccine when it first came out CNN was at our doctor s office, getting video footage of kids getting it (it just happened to coincide with her yearly well-check). No chicken pox. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Health Happenings Jul 29, 2009
Immunization requirements for pre-school and kindergarten (ages 4-6) are typically the following: 5th DTap; 4th IPV; 2nd MMR, 2nd Varicella; Hep A (2 doses six months apart not required but recommended); and proof of one lead screen. Upon entering high school children will need a Tdap immunization. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Dalzell school registration Aug. 4 Jul 28, 2009
All students entering kindergarten are required to have one dose of the varicella vaccine. A copy of a lead screening risk assessment is also required for kindergarten students. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Nurses available at all schools Jul 24, 2009
In addition, two immunizations against varicella (chickenpox) are required for children entering kindergarten, with another dose for grades one through nine unless a history of chickenpox is documented by a licenced physician. Three hepatitis B shots are required for all students through grade nine. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Officials gird for coming flu season Jul 21, 2009
On Aug. 7, members of HSS, the borough and the Mat-Su Public Health Foundation are hosting a free vaccination clinic for children getting their required second immunization against varicella. The clinic is from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Curtis D. Menard Memorial Sports Center. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
New Back To School Immunizations Required Jul 19, 2009
Two doses of varicella are required for children in kindergarten through seventh grade. A booster of tetanus, diptheria, and pertussis (Tdap) is needed for seventh graders. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
State urges for earlier vaccinations Jul 17, 2009
- Varicella (chicken pox) ... - two does of the varicella vaccine. (Thorndale Champion, TX)
Shingles: Adult Chickenpox - Are You at Risk? Jul 16, 2009
A simple blood test can determine if the varicella virus lives within your body. Shingles can result in postherpetic neuralgia, or PHN a condition affecting nerve fibers and skin. (Fox News)
A Man with Fever, Headache, Rash, and Vomiting Jul 16, 2009
2 The authors note that the rash in this patient was nonvesicular, which is why they excluded infection with varicella zoster virus (VZV). On the other hand, acute HIV infection cannot be ruled out in the presence of a vesicular rash. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Health briefs Jul 15, 2009
Vaccinations available include: measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, polio, diphtheria, varicella, HPV, hepatitis B, Tuberculosis test, etc. Call 760-631-5000 or visit. (North County Times)
WHO paper: TB vaccine could kill babies with HIV Jul 1, 2009
Dr. Plotkin developed the rubella vaccine now used worldwide and has worked extensively on the development and application of other vaccines including polio, rabies, varicella, rotavirus 00002593 and cytomegalovirus. He is Emeritus Professor, Wistar Institute and the University of Pennsylvania, and Executive Advisor to the CEO of Sanofi Pasteur. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
School vaccine requirements change for 09-10 Jun 25, 2009
Beginning with the 2009-2010 school year, all kindergarten students will be required to have two doses of Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, two doses of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine, and two doses of the Hepatitis A vaccine prior to enrollment. Students entering the seventh grade in the 2009-2010 school year are now required to have the Meningococcal vaccine, two doses of the Varicella vaccine, and a booster dose of the Tdap (whooping cough, tetanus, and diphtheria) vaccine prior to... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Public health Jun 23, 2009
Whether you travel or not, be sure that you and your family are up to date on your routine vaccinations - influenza, polio, chickenpox (or varicella), measles/ mumps/rubella (MMR), diphtheria/ pertussis/tetanus (DPT) are given at all stages of life. These vaccines are necessary for protection from diseases that are still common in many parts of the world. (Helena Independent Record)
Legislature failed Idaho's kids on vaccinations Jun 6, 2009
We also rank last in vaccination for varicella. So for a mere 2. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Children required to take new vaccines Jun 4, 2009
Starting Aug. 1, K-12 students will be required to take two doses of the Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine. Students entering the 1-6 and 8-12 grades must continue to meet the current requirement. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
More Low-Income Kids Are Getting Vaccinated May 6, 2009
The gap in vaccinations between kids from low- and high-income families shrank for the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, hepatitis B immunization, and the chickenpox (varicella) vaccine. Differences between high- and low-income children's vaccination rates did not budge for the polio vaccine, and actually widened by 0. (MEDLINEplus)
Students get chicken pox shots May 3, 2009
WASILLA To help elementary students meet the requirement of two Varicella vaccinations before school starts in August, nurses from the Mat-Su Public Health Center are holding vaccination clinics at local schools ... Varicella can lead to severe skin rashes, scars, pneumonia, brain damage and death ... Students who have already had a bout with Varicella are exempt from the immunizations if they provide proof of the disease from their doctor. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Rwanda becomes first developing nation to introduce vaccine for pneumococcal disease Apr 28, 2009
Prevenar (Pneumococcal 7-valent Conjugate Vaccine) is approved by the World Health Organization for active immunisation of infants and children from 6 weeks through 9 years of age against invasive disease, pneumonia, and otitis media caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes 4, 6B, 9V, 14, 18C, 19F and 23F. Prevenar may be given at the same time as DTP, hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, polio (OPV or IPV) and varicella. The use of Prevenar should be based on official recommendations... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Health department urges parents to vaccinate Apr 28, 2009
If prevention of potentially life-threatening diseases is not enough to motivate parents to get their children vaccinated, parents should also know that the law requires that every child in North Carolina be vaccinated for diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, poliomyelitis, varicella (chicken pox), hepatitis B, haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib), red measles (rubeola), mumps, and rubella. Children without record of these vaccinations will not be allowed to attend school or childcare. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Paula's Health Notes: A Shot Worth Getting Apr 28, 2009
The medical name of shingles is "herpes zoster", and is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox, the varicella virus. Anyone who's had chickenpox can get shingles. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Prenatal Exposure To Hong Kong Flu Associated With Reduced Intelligence In Adulthood Apr 17, 2009
The authors note that other types of maternal infections during pregnancy such as rubella, varicella, cytomegalovirus and toxoplasmosis may cause central nervous system abnormalities and cognitive delay in offspring. In these cases, more severe damage to the fetal brain also tends to occur during the first trimester. (Science Daily)
Immunity unaffected by vaccine route Apr 15, 2009
Immunogenicity and safety of concomitant administration of a measles, mumps and rubella vaccine (M-M-RvaxPro(R)) and a varicella vaccine (VARIVAX(R)) by intramuscular or subcutaneous routes at separate injection sites: a randomised clinical trial ... When this trial was initiated, the combined measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine was licensed for subcutaneous administration in all European countries and for intramuscular administration in some countries, whereas varicella vaccine was... (BioMed Central)
Oxycodone Effective Against Shingles Pain Apr 8, 2009
Shingles is caused by reactivation of the varicella zoster virus, the same bug that causes chicken pox, and only people who have had chicken pox are vulnerable to shingles. About 20 to 30 percent of people will get shingles at some point in their lives; the odds climb to 50 percent for people who live to the age of 85. (Science Daily)
Prescription Painkiller Relieves Shingles Pain Apr 7, 2009
Shingles is caused by reactivation of varicella zoster virus, which causes chickenpox and then lays dormant in nerve fibers. When it's reactivated, often by trauma or stress, the virus can produce a very painful skin eruption. (MEDLINEplus)
Fauci: Why there is still no AIDS vaccine Apr 1, 2009
Highly effective vaccines have been developed for many other viral diseases, including polio, measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, influenza, rabies, varicella, human papillomavirus, rotavirus, yellow fever and Japanese encephalitis. One viral infection smallpox has been completely eradicated from the human population. (MSNBC -- Health)
New immunization requirements for 2009-10 school year finalized Mar 28, 2009
Varicella Vaccine: Beginning Aug. 1, 2009, all students entering kindergarten and seventh grade will be required to have two doses of varicella vaccine. A written statement from a parent (or legal guardian or managing conservator), school nurse, or physician attesting to a child's positive history of varicella disease (chickenpox), or of varicella immunity, is acceptable in lieu of either dose of varicella vaccine. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Health & Fitness File 3-25 Mar 25, 2009
Immunizations include varicella (Chickenpox), DTaP, Td, polio, HIB, MMR and hepatitis B. Immunizations for adults include tetanus and hepatitis B. TB skin tests are offered by appointment only by calling (262) 835-6429. Clients must return to the health department 48-72 hours later for the test to be read. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
LUSD kindergarten registration begins Mar 15, 2009
California law requires that all school children must be up-to date on the following immunizations: polio, MMR, DTP, the Hepatitis B Series (3 doses) and Varicella. California law requires that children have a Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment/Dental Check-up by May 31 of their first year in public school, at kindergarten or first grade. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Local pharmacies carry shingles vaccine Mar 12, 2009
Shingles is a painful skin rash caused by the varicella zoster virus, which also causes chickenpox. Anyone who has recovered from chickenpox could develop shingles. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Teens & privacy Mar 10, 2009
Optional vaccines to consider for teens include flu shots; a second dose of the varicella vaccine against chicken pox, because the single dose many teens received when they were little may not be effective; and the hepatitis A vaccine. By the way, some doctors are interested in parents' behavior too. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
SAN MARCOS: Six elementary schoolers get chicken pox Feb 28, 2009
Chicken pox is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella virus. It typically causes fever and a rash of blisters. (North County Times)
B.C. babies get 6-in-1 vaccine Feb 28, 2009
" Infanrix hexa was originally approved for use in Canada in 2004. But the company has just produced a new version that does not contain thimerosal. That preservative, which is mercury-based, has been highly criticized, particularly by parent groups that believe it can cause brain damage. While scientific research has not shown any danger from exposure to minute amounts of thimerosal, most pediatricians recommended limiting exposure to mercury - a highly toxic substance - as much as possible.... (Globe and Mail)
5 Mira Mesa Students Contract Chicken Pox Feb 27, 2009
Chicken pox is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella virus and includes symptoms such as a rash of blister-like skin lesions across the body, but mostly on the face, scalp and trunk. Victims beyond puberty face additional risk of bacterial infection, dehydration and pneumonia. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
The Chalkboard Feb 27, 2009
A physician certified reliable history of a chicken pox disease or documentation of varicella immunization is also required. A letter from a physician will be accepted as immunization certification. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
44 LCSD students excluded at deadline (10) Feb 26, 2009
However, the previous software didn t distinguish between students who had the varicella vaccine (chicken pox) and those who had had the chicken pox in the past, meaning LHS health staff had to go through 880 cases and track down the information. We went back through 880 student records to hand check and physically look at the records. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Childhood Chicken Pox Can Lead To Shingles Later In Life Feb 25, 2009
The unsightly infection was caused by the varicella zoster virus and was responsible for nearly 4 million cases each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), until a vaccine introduced in 1995 reduced that number by 83 percent ... Yet, if you were among those that suffered from chicken pox, the varicella zoster virus may still be present in your body and could lead to serious (and irreversible) oral health problems such as herpes-type lesions and severe bone damage to the jaws... (Science Daily)
Health news briefs Feb 18, 2009
" Free. Call (800) SCRIPPS.Family fitness fun walk being offeredOCEANSIDE ---- Meet Carl Grubbs, gold medal Senior Olympian and fitness coach, during a free family fitness fun walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Oak Riparian Park, 4625 Lake Blvd. Grubbs will talk about how to improve upper body strength and flexibility while walking on a course set up for all ages and athletic abilities. Bring light hand weights, two 16-ounce water bottles and stretch bands. Leashed dogs welcome. Call (760) 941-1562... (North County Times)
healthbriefs Feb 15, 2009
Vaccinations available include: measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, polio, diphtheria, varicella, HPV, hepatitis B, Tuberculosis test, etc. Call (760) 631-5000 or visit. (North County Times)
UK in trouble? Measles, antivax garbage on the rise Feb 8, 2009
The chickenpox (varicella) vaccine for example does not just prevent chickenpox, it prevents the terrible, painful disease shingles. Over 1 million Americans, largely over the age of 60 get shingles as the Herpies Zoster virus remains in the body, dormant for decades. (Discover Magazine)
Chickenpox Vaccine Not Tied to Strokes in Kids Feb 7, 2009
Stroke is a known complication of chickenpox, a viral disease also called varicella, the study team points out. Although there have been case reports of stroke after varicella vaccination, "the existence and magnitude of any vaccine-associated risk has not been determined." ... 3 percent of whom received the varicella vaccine. (MEDLINEplus)
