14 August
We have recently had a case of Chicken Pox recorded in Year 10.
Chickenpox is a very contagious infection caused by the varicella zoster virus. Most people with chickenpox have mild symptoms and recover quickly. In rare cases, the virus can cause serious complications such as pneumonia or meningitis.
he main symptom of chickenpox is an itchy red rash. During the illness, the rash turns into fluid-filled blisters that burst and crust over.
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Symptoms usually start about 2 weeks after being around someone with chickenpox. They can continue for between 10 days and 3 weeks.
Chickenpox is more common in children. When adults catch chickenpox, they usually have a more severe illness and can take longer to get better.
A chickenpox rash starts with small, itchy red spots.
If you feel your student(s) may have contracted Chicken Pox, please keep them at home and seek a medical diagnosis.