https://news.sky.com/story/chickenpox-vaccine-being-rolled-out-on-nhs-for-first-time-13489556
The NHS says the jab will keep more kids in school, and their parents won't have to take time off work to look after them.
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https://inews.co.uk/news/chickenpox-vaccine-children-free-today-4143291
Jan 2, 2026 - NHS chiefs say the roll-out of the vaccine, combined with the current MMR jab, could save the UK economy £39m a year in reduced treatment costs and sick days
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https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/free-chickenpox-jabs-start-across-uk-nhs-adds-vaccine-routine-childhood-schedule-1767837
Jan 3, 2026 - NHS launches free chickenpox vaccine programme today, protecting 500,000 UK children annually through MMRV jab whilst saving families £150.
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c2epvnny9kjo
Jan 5, 2026 - Emily Walls, who had to learn to walk again after contracting chickenpox aged two, welcomes new free vaccinations.
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgexe201n81o
Jan 2, 2026 - For the first time, children will be offered vaccination on the NHS against the common infection which, in rare cases, can be very serious.
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https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/2152784/nhs-breakthrough-chicken-pox-vaccine
Jan 2, 2026 - Chickenpox is caused by the varicella zoster virus and mostly affects children, but can be caught at any age.
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https://www.politifact.com/article/2026/feb/13/chickenpox-shingles-vaccines-FAQ/
The same virus causes chickenpox and shingles infections. Here’s how that works and what it means for the vaccines that protect against both diseases.
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https://www.chop.edu/vaccine-education-center/vaccine-details/varicella-vaccine
The varicella vaccine is recommended for children between 12 and 15 months and again between 4 and 6 years of age.
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https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/chickenpox-danger-warning-parents-urged-32423607
Sep 7, 2025 - Children experiencing certain symptoms should be immediately kept away from school
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https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/can-a-parent-of-a-child-with-chickenpox-pass-it-on-we-asked-a-doctor_uk_6412f39fe4b0cfde25c3217c
Mar 17, 2023 - Has chickenpox found its way into your household? Here's what you need to know.
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https://news.sky.com/video/chickenpox-vaccine-rollout-begins-everything-you-need-to-know-13489705
A chickenpox vaccine will be offered to youngsters alongside the MMR jab, which protects against measles, mumps, and rubella.
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https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/healthandwellbeing/arid-41720703.html
Dr Chantal Migone, Consultant in Public Health Medicine at the HSE National Immunisation Office (NIO)
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https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4017-chickenpox
Dec 31, 2025 - Chickenpox (varicella-zoster virus) causes an itchy, blister-like rash that’s highly contagious. Getting a vaccine can protect you from it.
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https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/chickenpox-vaccine-rolled-out-nhs-36483433
Jan 1, 2026 - Youngsters across the country will now be offered the vaccine along with the MMR jab, which protects against measles, mumps and rubella.
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https://cdc.gov/chickenpox/vaccines/index.html
Learn about chickenpox vaccine basics, who should get it, when to get it, and why it's important.
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https://research.kpchr.org/News/Press-Releases/Chickenpox-vaccination-lowers-risk-of-pediatric-shingles
Kaiser Permanente-led study of more than 6 million children showed routine varicella vaccine considerably lessened likelihood of painful shingles disease.
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https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/services/chicken-pox
Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus. Common symptoms of chickenpox are blisters all over the body and flu-like symptoms. Learn more about the...
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https://www.nyp.org/patients-and-visitors/advances-consumers/issues/understanding-the-connection-between-chickenpox-and-shingles
Have you ever wanted to know the connection between chickenpox and shingles? Find out more information on vaccines and tips for managing symptoms.
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https://www.dailystar.co.uk/health/parents-offered-new-nhs-chickenpox-36487300
Jan 2, 2026 - The NHS is introducing a chickenpox vaccine as part of its routine childhood immunisation programme for the first time, with eligible children to receive the...
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https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/what-you-need-know-years-33152938
Jan 2, 2026 - There are some changes coming into effect in 2026
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https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/chickenpox-vaccine-rollout-save-24million-10733780
The health secretary has urged people to “ignore the sceptics” as chickenpox vaccines become part of the NHS’ routine childhood immunisation...
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