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Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine

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Description

Pneumococcal infections can cause blood infections, pneumonia, and bacterial meningitis, mostly in young children. Learn why the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) is important for prevention of these diseases.

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Review Date

8/5/2010