How can one prevent chicken pox from spreading?

The German Standing Committee on Vaccination (STIKO) at the Robert Koch Institute recommends being vaccinated to lower your chances of infection. If you or someone in your family gets chickenpox there are several things you can do to avoid spreading it to others. read more

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children be immunized with the varicella zoster vaccine to prevent chicken pox usually after the age of 1. A second dose, typically given at about age 4 or 5, is needed for complete protection. read more

How to Prevent Chickenpox Two Parts: Preventing Chickenpox Preventing the Spread of Chickenpox Community Q&A Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella zoster virus. read more

2. Avoid contact with patient of chicken pox. Do not share the towel and bed sheets etc being used by patient. 3. Do not send your child to school if he is suffering from chicken pox till all his scabs are shed. read more