Pneumococcal vaccination protects against infections caused by a type of bacteria called Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus). It protects against
-Pneumonia (lung infection)
-Meningitis (infection of the lining of the brain and spinal cord)
-Sepsis / bacteraemia (blood infection)
-Ear and sinus infections (especially in children)
Who should get it?
✔Individuals over 18 years of age.
✔People at clinical risk of pneumococcal disease include those
with:
-asplenia or dysfunction of the spleen
-chronic respiratory, heart, kidney, or liver disease
-diabetes that is not controlled by diet alone
-immunosuppression caused by disease or treatment
-cochlear implants
-cerebrospinal fluid leaks
-an occupational risk
Dose:
1 recommended
