Chickenpox can lead to encephalitis and death. It ain't just a cute little rash.
Varicella that causes chickenpox is also suspected to be the cause of a number of neurological diseases that affect people later in life. Diseases that you might rather choose to die to escape living with.
Bye all.
In how many people, and in what risk group.
I'm well aware of the complications with chicken pox. My daughter was on steroids, and if she was exposed to chicken pox while on steroids, it could have been very serious for her.
Therefore, all 3 of my kids have gotten the chicken pox vaccine. It was worth the risks.
We also did this voluntarily, and even though my daughter is high risk for complications I don't think it should be mandatory.