Who shouldn’t get the chickenpox vaccine?

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Who shouldn’t get the chickenpox vaccine?

There are people who shouldn’t get the chickenpox vaccine. You shouldn't get the chickenpox vaccine if you:

  • Are allergic to the vaccine or to any part of the vaccine.
  • Are pregnant or think you might be pregnant.
  • Have problems with your immune system.
  • Have tuberculosis.
  • Aren’t feeling well. (Get the vaccine when you feel better.)
  • Recently had a blood transfusion or any other live vaccines.

Talk with your healthcare provider about whether or not you should be vaccinated.

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