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Immunization coverage rates for one dose of a varicella containing vaccine by age two have been approximately 85 per cent for the past five years. While the incidence of disease has dropped significantly with vaccine introduction, it is unknown if current coverage rates are sufficient to provide herd immunity. Additionally, some regions of Alberta remain at higher risk, as coverage is not uniform across the province.
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June 16, 2015
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Incidence of chickenpox in Alberta
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2015-06-16
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2015-06-16
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2015-06-16
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Health Trends Alberta provides a snapshot on a wide range of health topics. Within a one-page format, they provide a description of a topic, why it is important, and what the trend is like in Alberta. The purpose of these reports is to stimulate thought and discussion on a variety of health related topics, and make known some of the numerous issues dealt with by the Alberta health system.
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Alberta Health, Surveillance and Assessment Branch