The best way to prevent pneumonia
is to take advantage of vaccinations. Pneumonia often follows the flu, so
getting a yearly flu vaccination is key.
For those in high-risk populations, three types of pneumonia
vaccines are currently available: PCV13 or pneumococcal conjugate vaccine,
which protects against a few serotypes of Streptococal bacteria; PPSV23 or
pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine, which protects against many more; and Hib,
or Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine.
Each has certain risks and recommendations, so check with your health care
provider to be sure the vaccine is safe for you or your family.
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