What are precautions for Chickenpox?

Nosocomial transmission of varicella-zoster virus (VZV) is well-recognized and can be life threatening to certain groups of patients. Reports of nosocomial transmission are relatively uncommon in the United States since introduction of varicella vaccine. read more

Years ago, it would have been strict isolation; today it would be airborne precautions. The issue in a hospital setting would be the immunosuppressed. You would not want a child on chemotherapy, for example, to be exposed to the chicken pox. The CDC website is an excellent resource for this type of information. read more

Chickenpox vaccine precautions — The varicella vaccine contains a live virus, so it is not recommended for people with a compromised immune system or moderate to severe illness. read more

Chickenpox vaccine precautions — The varicella vaccine contains a live virus, so it is not recommended for people with a compromised immune system or moderate to severe illness. In addition, the vaccine should not be given to people who have a severe allergy to neomycin or gelatin. read more

When a person is infected by the infection of chicken pox certain precautions should be taken in order to prevent the further spread of this infection. The fingernails should be kept short and the hands of the person should always be clear, should be discouraged from scratching the spot . read more