Chickenpox protection study in children with close contact
Treatments studied
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study looks at how well the chickenpox vaccine protects children who have been around someone with chickenpox. It may help doctors understand who is most likely to get sick.
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Who can take part
- You are a child aged 1 to 12 years.
- You have had close contact with someone who has chickenpox, such as a brother, sister, parent, classmate, or roommate.
- You were around that person for at least 2 days, from 5 days before they got the rash to 2 days after.
- You have never had chickenpox.
- You have either never had the chickenpox vaccine, or your last dose was made by Sinovac and given more than 30 days ago.
- You are healthy and do not have any immune system problems.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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