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how does chickenpox kill

How Does Chickenpox Kill?

Chickenpox is not usually known as a killer disease but in some serious cases, it can cause complications and occasionally even death.  The illness is mainly viewed as a childhood illness but if it is contracted during adulthood, it can be far more severe and may be fatal if it develops in late pregnancy.  The chickenpox vaccination can protect infants, children and adults against chickenpox and any subsequent problems associated with the disease.

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How To Care For Your Child With chickenpox?

Chickenpox is a highly contagious infection which is caused by a virus.  It was once so common amongst young children that parents would have chickenpox parties to get it over with.  A vaccine was introduced in the 1990s and now the incidence of chickenpox has decreased significantly. 

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Tips to avoid getting sick on your trip

Tips to Avoid Getting Sick on Your Trip

Before travelling, visit a travel clinic close to you. Most of these travel clinics such as Touch Wood travel vaccine clinic usually give advise based on your planned location aside the vaccine you will be given. 

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