Falling vaccination rates could lead to the return of previously eliminated diseases, and many more people will be at risk of ...

Chickenpox most commonly affects children under age 10, most of whom have mild disease. Only around 7% of cases involve adults over age 20, who are far more likely to experience severe illness.

Unvaccinated students won’t be allowed to return to school in the fall at Newton public schools after a recent chickenpox ...

Smallpox and chickenpox might seem similar. They both cause rashes and blisters. They both have “pox” in their names. But other than that, they’re completely different diseases. You really ...

Chickenpox is a highly contagious viral infection that causes a skin rash, starting with red bumps and progressing to blisters and scabs. It may also cause symptoms such as fever, headache, and ...

New research has shown how boys being overweight in early childhood or having chickenpox or another infectious disease in ...

Chickenpox and measles are both caused by viruses. Both cause a rash, but other symptoms can differ. Vaccinations are available for both conditions, and some treatments are similar.

Newton Public Schools announced unvaccinated students will not be allowed back in school this fall unless they comply with ...

There may be solutions to restoring confidence in vaccines. Even after the COVID pandemic drove a wedge between families and ...