For Clinicians
The bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus) cause pneumococcal disease. Pneumococcus can cause many types of illnesses ranging from otitis media to meningitis. Two types of vaccines help prevent pneumococcal disease.
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Transmission
Clinical Features
Risk Factors
Diagnosis and Medical Management
Drug Resistance
Prevention
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