Resource Guide for Chickenpox

RESOURCES

Address: 1600 Clifton RD Atlanta, GA 30333

Phone: 404-639-3534 1-800-311-3435

E-mail Address: cdcinfo@cdc.gov

Internet Address: http://www.cdc.gov http://www.cdc.gov/netinfo.htm

Description of Services Provided: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a federal agency with a goal of protecting the health and safety of people in the US. In their "Health Topics A-Z" you'll find a fact sheet on chickenpox covering everything from treatment to vaccination.

RESOURCES

Address: NIP Public Inquiries Mailstop E-05 1600 Clifton Rd., NE Atlanta, GA 30333

E-mail Address: NIPINFO@cdc.gov

Phone: 1-800-232-4636

Internet Address: http://www.cdc.gov/nip/default.htm

Description of Services Provided: The National Immunization Program's website provides information on the chickenpox vaccine. The information may be particularly helpful for regular travelers.

RESOURCES

Address: 11400 Tomahawk Creek Parkway Leawood, KS 66211-2672

Mailing Address: PO Box 11210 Shawnee Mission, KS 66207-1210

E-mail Address: fp@aafp.org

Phone: 1-800-274-2237

Internet Address: http://www.aafp.org

Description of Services Provided: This site covers all you need to know to keep your family healthy. You can read up on the treatment of chickenpox as well as special concerns for pregnant women.