The new vaccine programme will become routine for children in the future
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The new vaccine programme will become routine for children in the future
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A chickenpox vaccine will soon be rolled out on the NHS in England, the government has confirmed.
The vaccine’s rollout is also expected to save the NHS £15 million a year in costs for treating the illness
Chicken pox is usually mild but it can cause serious complications including chest infections and fits
All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026.
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