The Basics
If you are age 65 or older, ask your doctor for a shot to help protect you from a common type of bacterial pneumonia (“noo-MOHN-yah”). This shot is called PPSV or pneumococcal vaccine.
Pneumonia is a serious illness that can sometimes lead to death, especially in older adults. The good news is that some types of pneumonia can be prevented.
The pneumococcal shot (vaccine) is the best way to prevent the most common cause of bacterial pneumonia. Most people will only need to get the shot once.
