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Pneumonia

Get a Pneumonia Shot

Pneumonia is a serious illness. It can lead to infections of the lungs, the blood, or the brain. Don’t wait – talk to your doctor about the pneumonia shot.

Review Date: January 31, 2013

National Health Information Center - NHIC
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Prevent Infections When You Get Medical Care

Get tips on protecting yourself from infections when you get medical care.

Review Date: January 31, 2013

National Health Information Center - NHIC
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

FAQ's About Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia- (PDF)

A “ventilator-associated pneumonia” or “VAP” is a lung infection or pneumonia that develops in a person who is on a ventilator in a hospital. Find out what you can do to prevent VAP.

Review Date: March 26, 2012

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - CDC
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Fever

This chart can give you a general idea about your fever. However, always remember to consult your family doctor with questions about your individual condition(s) and/or circumstances.

Review Date: December 08, 2012

American Academy of Family Physicians

Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine- (PDF)

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.

Review Date: January 31, 2013

Immunization Action Coalition

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 illness in children younger than 5 years old and adults 65 years of age or older.

Review Date: December 28, 2012

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases – NIAID
National Institutes of Health

Pneumococcal Shots

The pneumococcal vaccine can be given at any time of year and most people need this shot only once in their lifetime. Some high risk people need a booster vaccine. Medicare will also cover a booster vaccine for high risk people if 5 years have passed since the last vaccination.

Review Date: January 31, 2013

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Pneumonia Can Be Prevented – Vaccines Can Help

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can cause mild to severe illness in people of all ages. Learn about vaccines and good hygiene practices that can help you stay healthy.

Review Date: January 31, 2013

National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases - NCIRD
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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.

Review Date: September 27, 2010

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

Prevent Pneumonia

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

Review Date: December 28, 2012

American Lung Association

Walking Pneumonia

Colds that last longer than 7 to 10 days can develop into walking pneumonia, a less serious form of the lung infection pneumonia. Learn how you can help your child get well and stay healthy.

Review Date: November 02, 2012

The Nemours Foundation

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, including types, diagnosis, treatments, and prevention.

Review Date: December 28, 2012

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