The chicken pox vaccine became available in the U.S. in 1995 and, since then, cases of the virus in the U.S. have plummeted. But chicken pox still emerges from time to time. Montana public health ...

Shingles can be a very painful experience that affects around one in four adults in their lifetime. The infection, also known as herpes zoster, is caused by the varicella-zoster virus which also ...

You may have heard the words shingles and chickenpox bandied about together, and for good reason — the two illnesses go hand in hand. Though you may think the chickenpox you had as a kid is one and ...

Scientific review highlights inconsistent recurrence rates in varicella-related pediatric strokes.

Chickenpox recovery hinges on diet. Avoid spicy, salty, crunchy, and acidic foods that irritate mouth sores and slow healing. Opt for soft, bland, and cooling meals like porridge, smoothies, and soups ...