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| Health Advisory: Varicella (Chickenpox) Exposure Nov 2, 2009A student on campus was diagnosed with chickenpox (Varicella) on Tuesday, November 2, 2009 and may have exposed some students on Friday, October 30, Monday November 2, and Tuesday, November 3. Exposure occurred in the following classes:
Varicella is a highly contagious disease spread by respiratory droplets. It is particularly dangerous for those persons with weakened immune systems from disease of medication. Pregnant women are also considered at risk. Hall Health Primary Care Center is advising that students who have never had Varicella or who are unsure of their Varicella history to have the 2-series vaccine. This requires a vaccine now and a vaccine in 1 month. For those who are unsure if they have had chickenpox, a Varicella titer can be done at the time of the first immunization. If the titer comes back positive then another vaccine is not necessary. Persons with weakened immune systems, including pregnant women, are not eligible to have the vaccine. They should contact their health care provider as soon as possible if they were exposed. Exposed students, staff, and faculty who have never had Chickenpox may come to Hall Health Primary Care Center (HHPCC) for the Varicella vaccine or they may choose to see their private provider. For the best protection, if you have NEVER HAD chickenpox AND WERE EXPOSED it would be best for you to get the vaccine. We are also encouraging "non-exposed" students, faculty, and staff who have never had chickenpox to also have the Varicella vaccine at this time. See Varicella (Chickenpox) for more information. Last updated: 11/4/09 |
