Get vaccinated with the varicella vaccine
Follow the recommended vaccine schedule for children and adults
Get vaccinated even after exposure if advised by a healthcare provider
Avoid close contact with people who have chickenpox
Stay away from infected individuals until all blisters have crusted over
Wash hands frequently with soap and water
Avoid sharing towels, bedding, clothing, or utensils with infected people
Clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that may be contaminated
Cover coughs and sneezes
Keep children with chickenpox home from school or daycare until no longer contagious
Wear a mask and use protective measures when caring for someone infected
Seek medical advice if you are pregnant, immunocompromised, or unvaccinated after exposure