Varicella
(Chickenpox)
Varicella, or chickenpox, is caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It is easily spread from person-to-person by touching or breathing in the virus particles from chickenpox blisters. Common symptoms include fever and a blister-like skin rash. Herpes zoster, or shingles, is a painful rash that can occur many years following chickenpox. In Ontario, two doses of varicella vaccine are given to children and a herpes zoster vaccine is given to older adults.
To obtain or inquire about an immunization record, or for general immunization information, please contact your local public health unit.
PHO Rounds: The SickKids Immunization InfoLine
This PHO Rounds session will review the development and implementation of the InfoLine, provide an overview of the calls received to date—including call volume and common inquiries—and share key insights gained from the experience.
To obtain or inquire about an immunization record, or for general immunization information, please contact your local public health unit.
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