Chickenpox Vaccination Service

About chickenpox

The varicella-zoster virus that causes chickenpox is a highly contagious virus spread through contact with an infected person or by touching something with the virus. The best way to avoid catching chickenpox is to avoid contact with someone who has it and to ensure you are up-to-date on your vaccinations.

The chickenpox vaccine is not part of the routine childhood vaccination schedule. It is currently only offered on the NHS to people in close contact with someone particularly vulnerable to chickenpox or its complications. However, we offer this vaccine as a private service at Midway Pharmacy.

Who can have the chickenpox vaccine?

At Midway Pharmacy, our chickenpox vaccination service is suitable for adults and children who: 

• Haven’t already had the vaccine

• Haven’t had chickenpox before

• Are between one and 65 years old

• Are not pregnant or breastfeeding

• Are not immunocompromised (a weakened immune system)

• Haven’t had an allergic reaction to a vaccine before

• Haven't had a temperature in the 24 hours leading up to the appointment

How this service works

• Select your preferred service option and book an appointment

• Follow the link in your booking confirmation email to fill out the patient questionnaire (at least 16 hours before your appointment)

• One of our prescribers will review the completed questionnaire and contact you to discuss this

• Visit the branch on the selected date and time to receive the vaccine