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Does getting vaccinated for chicken pox guarantee that you will never get it in your life?

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No: A single dose given over the age of one is considered 100% preventative of major complications but only 85% protective against the disease. After two doses at least 1 month apart, the protective level rises to 95%. Anyone with an immunity problem may have a muted response to any vaccine.

Dr Khanna and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/7/2017

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