The chickenpox vaccine is recommended for all children at 18 months of age as part of the routine childhood immunization schedule. It is also recommended for individuals who have not had chickenpox or have not been vaccinated against it.
The vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine, meaning it contains a weakened form of the virus that causes chickenpox. It is administered as a single dose, usually given subcutaneously (under the skin). The vaccine helps to prevent or reduce the severity of chickenpox infection.
Pharmacist in NSW can administer the chicken pox vaccine for people aged 5 years and over. The vaccine is available as part of the National Immunisation program is available for people aged 5 – 19 years for catch-up vaccination and refugees and humanitarian entrants at the pharmacy.
Pharmacist in NSW can administer the chicken pox vaccine for people aged 5 years and over.
The vaccine is available at the pharmacy (as part of the National Immunisation program) for people aged 5 – 19 years for catch-up vaccination and refugees and humanitarian entrants.
Reference: healthdirect.gov.au
