W. Va. Code R. § 64-95-10

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 36, September 6, 2024

Section 64-95-10 - Dosage and Interval Schedule for the Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine

10.1. Prior to a child age 4 to 12 years entering school, he or she must show proof of having received two doses of Varicella (Chickenpox) vaccine, the first dose on or after the first birthday and the second dose no less than three month after the first.

10.2. A child age 13 years and older who is without proof of immunity, must receive two doses of the Varicella vaccine with at least 4 weeks between shots.

10.3. A student who has received only one dose of the Varicella vaccine is required to obtain a second dose. For a child between the ages of 4 to 12 years, the second dose must be given at least 28 days after the first dose.

10.4. Alternately, immunity may be shown through the written or verbal statement of a parent or legal guardian attesting to the fact of their child's history of chickenpox accompanied by laboratory testing showing immunity, if requested.

10.5. A student may attend school and participate in extracurricular activities after he or she has received the first of the series of Varicella vaccinations. The series must be completed within three (3) months of the date of entry for a child between ages 4 to 12 years and within one (1) month for a child 13 or older, or the student must be removed from school and all extracurricular activities until such time as the Varicella series is complete or laboratory evidence of immunity is supplied. It is the responsibility of the student and his or her parents or legal guardian to ensure the timely completion of the Varicella series or laboratory testing and submit acceptable proof to the school authorities.

W. Va. Code R. § 64-95-10