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The Epidemiology of Chickenpox Disease in England 2016-2022: An Observational Study Using General Practitioner Consultations

2023-09-13

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Background: Chickenpox is a common childhood disease caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV). VZV vaccination is not part of the UK childhood immunisation programme but its potential inclusion is regularly assessed. It is therefore important to understand the ongoing burden of VZV in the community to inform vaccine policy decisions.<br><br>Methods: Daily general practitioner (GP) chickenpox consultations in England...

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DOI: 10.2139/ssrn.4569156

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