December 2005
Vaccine helps prevent pneumonia and meningitis
| The pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine immunizes you against the most common type of bacterial pneumonia as well as one type
of meningitis. The shot is recommended for adults age 65 and older; anyone over age 2 with weakened immunity or a chronic
health problem; and natives of Alaska and certain Native Americans. Most people need the shot just once; a subsequent booster
is recommended for high-risk groups. For more information, talk to your physician or go to www.cdc.gov/nip . |
