Varicella zoster infection

Communicable illnessCHICKEN POXSElizabeth KnoepfelECE111

varicella zoster infection

WHAT IS CHICKEN POX???- a type of herpes virus- an itchy rash- pink spots and tiny fluid-filled blisters

Very contagious-directly //touching the blisters or coughing and sneezing-indirctly //by touching contaminated items from an infected person-from 2 days before rash until scabs over

How to Prevent Spreading- Proper handwashing procedures- Avoid exposure to others- Get vaccinated