Pneumococcal Vaccine | Dr. Himali Shah

The pneumococcal vaccine provides immunity against infection which is caused by the bacteria streptococcus pneumonia. This infection usually affects the organs lungs and brain causing pneumonia also any age group can be affected by this bacteria however certain age groups are more affectable like children around 2 years of age and adults more than 65 years of age. It is highly recommended to take the vaccine in the age group more than 65 years with or without a medical condition.

Dr. Himali Shah, Consultant - Internal Medicine at Narayana Medical Centre, Banglore talks in detail about the pneumococcal vaccine.

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