Oct 26, 2024 · The following summarizes CDC's current age- and risk-based pneumococcal vaccine recommendations. Access the official, full text of CDC's current and historical pneumococcal vaccine …

Oct 31, 2024 · Pneumococcal disease is a serious bacterial infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. Anyone can get pneumococcal disease, but certain people are at increased risk.

Homepage for CDC's information on pneumococcal disease, which is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae.

Feb 6, 2024 · Symptoms of pneumococcal disease depend on the part of the body that's infected. Generally, the symptoms are similar to other bacterial infections in that part of the body.

Feb 6, 2024 · Clinical Overview of Pneumococcal Disease Key points Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria cause pneumococcal disease. Certain ages and medical or other conditions put people at …

Oct 26, 2024 · CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccination for people based on their age or if they have certain risk conditions. Pneumococcal vaccines are the best way to protect against serious …

Oct 26, 2024 · Pneumococcal disease in adults can range from mild to serious, and can sometimes be deadly. Two types of vaccines provide protection against pneumococcal disease.

Feb 6, 2024 · Clinical information on testing for, preventing, and managing pneumococcal disease.

Feb 14, 2024 · Learn what causes pneumococcal disease, how these bacteria spread, and who's most at risk.

May 29, 2025 · There are several pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (PCVs). The specific PCV and number of doses recommended are based on a person's age, vaccination history, and medical status.