Pneumococcal vaccine
Pneumococcal vaccine is a vaccine used to prevent Streptococcus pneumoniae infections such as pneumonia and septicemia. There are two types of pneumococcal vaccines: conjugate vaccines and polysaccharide vaccines. They are recommended by the World Health Organization for routine use in children and adults with certain health conditions.
Types[edit]
There are two types of pneumococcal vaccines: pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) and pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPV).
Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine[edit]
The Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) is a childhood immunization against 13 types of pneumococcal bacteria.
Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine[edit]
The Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (PPV) is an immunization for adults and children over the age of two with certain health conditions.
Usage[edit]
Pneumococcal vaccines are used to prevent diseases caused by infection with Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. These diseases include pneumonia, meningitis, otitis media, and septicemia.
Effectiveness[edit]
Pneumococcal vaccines have been shown to be effective in preventing pneumococcal disease. The World Health Organization recommends their use in all countries.
Side effects[edit]
Common side effects of pneumococcal vaccines include pain and swelling at the injection site, fever, and muscle aches.
See also[edit]
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