What is Chickenpox?
Chickenpox (varicella) is a very contagious disease that causes a rash, itching, tiredness and, fever. It is most common in children and is usually mild. When adults get it, however, they can get very sick.
How is chickenpox spread?
Chickenpox spreads easily from someone who has it to others who have never had the disease or been vaccinated. It is most contagious one to two days before the rash appears. There are multiple ways to get chickenpox, such as: