Pneumococcal Disease

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Pneumococcal [noo-muh-KOK-uhl] disease is a name for any infection caused by bacteria called Streptococcus pneumoniae, or pneumococcus. Pneumococcal infections can range from ear and sinus infections to pneumonia and bloodstream infections. There are vaccines to help prevent pneumococcal disease.

Doctor applies bandage to patient's arm after vaccination

Pneumococcal Vaccination

Learn about the two types of vaccines

Types of Infection

Symptoms & Complications

Prevention

Fast Facts

Risk Factors & How It Spreads

Diagnosis & Treatment

For Professionals

Clinicians
Laboratorians
Surveillance & Reporting
Global Pneumococcal Disease & Vaccine

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This free mobile app gives clinicians patient-specific pneumococcal vaccination recommendations from anywhere at any time.

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