Pneumonia Vaccine – Who Should Get It And When?

Pneumococcal diseases can cause critical infections such as pneumonia, sepsis, and meningitis. Although more common in children, adults are at greater risk of serious complications and death from these infections. Currently, there are two vaccines that can help prevent pneumococcal disease: Prevnar 13 and Pneumovax 23. Knowing which to give and to which age group […]