Oct 26, 2024 · CDC also recommends pneumococcal vaccination for children and adults at increased risk for pneumococcal disease. Follow the recommended immunization schedule to ensure that your patients get the pneumococcal vaccines that they need.

CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccination for people based on their age or if they have certain risk conditions. Pneumococcal vaccines are the best way to protect against serious pneumococcal infections. Talk to a vaccine provider if you have questions about pneumococcal vaccines.

Oct 26, 2024 · CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccination for many adults based on age, having certain risk conditions, and pneumococcal vaccines already received. Talk to a healthcare provider about what's best for your specific situation.

Dec 14, 2024 · Pneumococcal vaccines are the most effective way to protect yourself or your child against pneumococcal disease, and may help prevent infections including ear infections, pneumonia (lung infection), blood infection, and meningitis (infection of the brain lining).

Dec 12, 2024 · The pneumococcal shot is estimated to be at least 50% effective in reducing invasive pneumococcal disease; it may be more effective depending on the age and health of the recipient. The pneumococcal vaccine is considered safe.

3 days ago · The pneumococcal vaccine is given as a shot to protect you from pneumococcal disease. Pneumococcal disease develops from an infection caused by pneumococcal bacteria. The infection may cause pneumonia or an ear infection.

Dec 29, 2021 · The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against the most common bacterial pneumonia. Learn more about who benefits most from the vaccine and who should avoid it.

Sep 17, 2024 · Pneumococcal vaccines are important because they teach your immune system how to target and fight off S. pneumoniaebacteria from the get-go. Put simply, vaccinations give your immune system a “cheat code” against infection.

Nov 12, 2024 · Pneumococcal disease (noo-muh-KOK-uhl) causes thousands of infections every year in the United States. It’s more common in children, but it’s most likely to cause serious complications in adults. The good news is that pneumococcal vaccines can help prevent the disease. Who should get the vaccine? Children. All children younger than 5 years old

The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against some types of bacterial infections that can cause serious illnesses like: meningitis (an infection in the brain and spinal cord) sepsis (a life-threatening reaction to an infection)