should older adults receive varicella vaccine
1 Children ages 12 months through 12 years can receive 2 doses of the vaccine at the recommended interval of at least 3 months apart, or 6 weeks apart if rapid, complete protection is required. 2  Healthy adolescents and young adults aged 13 and older should receive two doses of the vaccine 4 to 6 weeks apart.aricella vaccine prevents chickenpox. The vaccine is recommended for all healthy children, teens, and adults who have not had chickenpox. 1  Babies can receive the vaccine along with some other standard shots (immunizations) that are given at 12 to 15 months of age.