Categories: Geriatrics

Why are vaccines for pneumonia important for elderly?

The elderly are more at risk for pneumococcal disease.

Elderly pneumonia is particularly serious as it can lead to infections of the lungs, bloodstream, brain and spinal cord.

There are 2 vaccines that help prevent pneumonia in seniors.

  • PCV13 (pneumococcal conjugate vaccine)
  • PPSV23 (pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine)

Speak to your doctor about getting your pneumonia vaccines NOW!

 

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