Thanks to the dedication and courage of Dr. Michiaki Takahashi, we can all enjoy life without worrying about chickenpox ruining our day. His discovery has made it possible for kids to have a chickenpox-free childhood, and for adults to avoid scratching themselves silly. So, let's raise a glass of chicken soup (or maybe a chicken nugget) to Dr. Takahashi – the itch-terminator we all needed!