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Pneumonia

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Pneumococcal Pneumonia

Pneumococcal pneumonia is a kind of pneumonia that can infect the upper respiratory tract and can spread to the blood, lungs, middle ear, or nervous system. Pneumococcal pneumonia mainly causes illnes... Details >

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health

Pneumonia: Key Points

Pneumonia can be very serious and even life threatening, depending on your age and overall health. Learn what pneumonia is, and how to treat and prevent it.... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health

Prevent Pneumonia  External Link

This fact sheet provides many tips on how to prevent pneumonia.... Details >

American Lung Association  External Link

What Is Pneumonia?

Pneumonia is an infection in one or both of the lungs. Many small germs, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi, can cause pneumonia. The publication links to more information about the infection, inclu... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health