Varicella-zoster virus causes chickenpox and is a member of the herpes virus group. It is extremely contagious and causes a ...

A NEW strain of the mpox virus has been detected in the UK, and now an expert has warned not to confuse the symptoms with ...

24 days). Most vaccine adverse effects were mild, including varicella-like rashes at the injection site, localized pain and tenderness, swelling, and pruritus. A worrisome effect adverse ...

Chickenpox (varicella-zoster) is a highly contagious virus that causes flu-like symptoms and an itchy rash that turns into ...

HSV and varicella zoster virus (VZV) are common pathogens of skin and mucous membranes and the CNS. Their rapid and accurate diagnosis is essential for their treatment as well as infection control.

Virtually all adults have been exposed to the varicella zoster virus and around 30% will develop shingles at least once in their lifetime. The blistering skin rash accompanying shingles also causes ...

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a global health emergency over a new strain of mpox that is spreading rapidly in Africa.

There's a potential new treatment for people who develop shingles that spread to the eye. Doctors say about 8% of shingles ...

She explained the rash that she'd seen on Annie's skin ... According to Pampers, chickenpox is usually a mild disease, but it can be serious in babies under 12 months, especially if born ...