Why Consider the Chickenpox Vaccine

The chickenpox vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect against the varicella-zoster virus. It not only reduces the risk of contracting the disease but also minimises the severity of symptoms if infection occurs. Vaccination is particularly important for:​

• Children who have not yet contracted chickenpox.

• Adults who have never had chickenpox or the vaccine.

• Individuals in close contact with those at high risk, such as newborns or immunocompromised persons.​

All our staff carrying out vaccinations have been trained and follow a prescribed process, to ensure your safety and comfort. If you do not like needles, please don’t be concerned and do mention it to our team when you visit. They will be able to provide reassurance and make the process as stress-free as possible.

Who Is Eligible for the Vaccine?

Our private Chickenpox Vaccination Service is available for individuals aged 1 to 65 years who:​

• Have not previously had chickenpox.

• Have not received the chickenpox vaccine before.

• Are not pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Do not have a weakened immune system.

• Have not received the MMR vaccine in the past four weeks.​

​Please note: A consultation with our highly trained vaccinator will assess your suitability for the vaccine.​

Chickenpox Vaccine Dosage Schedule

The chickenpox vaccine is administered in two doses:​

First Dose: Administered on your initial visit.

Second Dose: Given at least six weeks after the first dose.​

If you have received your first dose elsewhere, you can still receive your second dose at Pharmacy+Health, provided you meet the eligibility criteria.​

What is the Vaccination Service

Vaccines help protect you and others against diseases. We offer a range of vaccination services through convenient, bookable health appointments at many of our Pharmacy+Health branches.

Many of the conditions that we offer vaccines for, are very prevalent in the UK population and can make you feel very unwell or worse. The NHS typically offers these vaccinations but with eligibility criteria limiting their availability. Paying to vaccinate yourself, if you are not eligible, is an investment in your health and wellbeing.

Widely available across Yorkshire communities at Pharmacy+Health branches, this service provides convenient access to a range of vaccines, to protect you against specific diseases.

These vaccines may not be available through the NHS to all patients. With the symptoms and consequences of some of these common diseases being very serious, getting vaccinated through our paid-for service, can be a wise investment in your future health.

What to Expect During Your Appointment

1. Consultation: Our trained vaccinator will review your medical history and confirm your eligibility.
2. Vaccination: The vaccine will be administered in in your deltoid muscle.
3. Aftercare Advice: You’ll receive information on potential side effects and post-vaccination care.​

Pricing

Chickenpox Vaccine (Per Dose): £65

Full Course (Two Doses): £130​

Please book in advance to ensure that your local Pharmacy+Health branch has vaccine availability.

How does this service work?

Simply click to book the Chickenpox vaccine – or other vaccines available through Pharmacy+Health here

Pick a convenient Pharmacy+Health branch

Book an appointment online or by speaking with the team

Arrive in good time for your appointment and have your jab!

Other Vaccines available:

Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) (Coming soon)

• Highly infectious conditions that can have serious or potentially fatal outcomes
• Can also lead to complications like meningitis, encephalitis (inflammation and swelling of your brain) and deafness
• MMRVaxPRO or Priorix

Meningitis B (Coming soon)

• Protects against bacterial infections caused by meningococcal group B bacteria
• MenB can cause serious illnesses, including, meningitis (an infection in the brain and spinal cord)
• Septicaemia (blood poisoning)
• Sepsis (a life-threatening reaction to an infection)

Pneumococcal

• Helps protect against serious illnesses like pneumonia and meningitis
• Pneumovax 23 , Prevenar 13
• It can also help protect against other illnesses such as sinusitis and ear infections.

Covid-19 Booster (Private and NHS)

Helps protect against COVID-19, which can be a serious or life-threatening illness.

Our Pharmacy+Health team will provide you with your first or booster dose in the privacy of our consultation rooms.

Visit our Covid service page for more information or to book

RSV (Respiratory syncytial virus)

• RSV infections are very common and not usually serious
• Some babies and adults have a higher risk of getting seriously ill
• RSV can cause a serious lung infection (pneumonia) in babies and older adults.
• Recommended for babies, older people, and people at higher risk of getting seriously ill from pneumococcal infections.

Shingles

• Helps protect against contracting shingles
• A common condition that causes a painful rash.
• It can sometimes lead to serious problems such as long-lasting pain, hearing loss or blindness.

Vaccine Prices

	Vaccine	Price/ Dose	Dosage	Notes
	Chickenpox	£65	x2
	Pneumococcal (PPV)	from £35	x1	65 Y and over who are at a higher risk of developing pneumonia
	Pneumococcal (PCV)	£75	x1	Over 2 Y or who are not at an increased risk of developing pneumonia
	RSV	£220	x1	Over 60 Y
	RSV	£220	x1	pregnant/ Over 60 Y
	Shingles	£220	x2
	HPV	£180	x1-2-3 as needed	Discounts for multiple doses

Book Your Chickenpox Vaccine Today

Our vaccination services are available at many of our branches. We ask you to book with 24 hours notice so that we can ensure we have the right vaccine in stock ready for your appointment.

Protect yourself and those around you from the complications of chickenpox. Our Chickenpox Vaccination Service is designed to provide convenient and professional care in your local community.. Book Now!

In addition to the vaccines available through our vaccination service, Pharmacy+Health also provide a comprehensive Travel Service. This service takes an in-depth approach to your stated travel destination, current health and existing vaccination status. You will be advised on what range of vaccinations to have to keep you safe – book a Travel Service consultation here.

Simply click here or on the orange Book an appointment button, choose your nearest branch and then the date/time that is convenient for you. It couldn’t be simpler!

Your health consultation will be provided by an appropriate and qualified healthcare professional. Subject to the service you book this will either be a Pharmacist Independent Prescriber acting within the scope of their clinical practice or a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician, under a Patient Group Direction framework.