Protect yourself or your child against chickenpox.
15 to 20 minutes
From £65 per dose (two doses required for full protection)
Children and adults who have not previously had chickenpox or received the vaccine; particularly recommended for non-immune adults, those in close contact with immunocompromised individuals, and non-immune healthcare workers.
Chickenpox (varicella) is a common and highly contagious viral illness caused by the varicella-zoster virus. While it is usually mild in healthy children, it can cause serious complications in adults, pregnant women, newborns, and those with a weakened immune system. The chickenpox vaccine is not currently part of the NHS routine childhood immunisation programme in England but is available privately. Two doses are required for full protection, administered at least four weeks apart. Our trained pharmacist vaccinators offer this vaccine in a safe and professional setting. We will conduct a brief pre-vaccination assessment to ensure the vaccine is suitable for you or your child
A pre-vaccination health assessment to confirm suitability and check for contraindications.
Administration of the vaccine by a trained pharmacist vaccinator.
Clear information about the vaccine, including expected side effects and what to watch for.
A short observation period and advice on when and where to receive your second dose.
Halton Pharmacy in Halton, Leeds offers private chickenpox vaccination for children and adults across Leeds. Whether you are a parent in Halton looking to vaccinate your child before they start school, or an adult in Leeds who has never had chickenpox, our qualified pharmacist vaccinators can help. We serve patients from Halton, Harehills, Roundhay, and across north and east Leeds, and our experienced team will guide you through the two-dose vaccination schedule with care and professionalism.
Looking for a chickenpox vaccine near me in Leeds or a private varicella vaccination in Halton? Halton Pharmacy provides chickenpox vaccinations for children and adults across Leeds. Book your first dose at our Halton pharmacy today. Our trained team will advise on timing, eligibility, and scheduling your second dose to ensure full protection.
While chickenpox is familiar to most parents as a childhood rite of passage, it is important to recognise that the illness can be significantly more severe in certain groups. Adults who contract chickenpox for the first time are at greater risk of pneumonia, encephalitis, and other serious complications than children. Pregnant women who have not previously had chickenpox face additional risks, including the possibility of passing the infection to their newborn. The varicella-zoster virus remains dormant in nerve tissue after infection and can reactivate later in life as shingles. Vaccination helps prevent primary infection and may reduce the long-term risk of shingles. If you or your child develop a severe rash, high fever, or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention promptly.
The chickenpox vaccine is not currently part of the NHS routine immunisation schedule in England, though it is available privately. NHS England periodically reviews vaccination programmes based on clinical and cost-effectiveness evidence.
Two doses are required, given at least four weeks apart, to provide the best level of protection.
Yes. Adults who have not had chickenpox and have not been vaccinated may benefit from the vaccine, particularly if they are in contact with vulnerable individuals.
Common side effects include a sore arm, mild rash, or low-grade temperature. Serious adverse reactions are rare. Our team will provide a full information leaflet.
No. The chickenpox vaccine is a live vaccine and is not recommended during pregnancy. If you are pregnant and have been exposed to chickenpox, please contact your midwife or GP urgently.
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