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Bacterial Pneumonia Prevention: Vaccine
What is pneumovax?This is a vaccine that protects against common bacteria called pneumococcus. These are the same bacteria that cause pneumonia, ear infections, and meningitis. Pneumovax is normally given once every six years. Who needs pneumovax?
Less than 1 out of 100 people who receive the Pneumovax develop skin reactions such as warmth, redness, and swelling. This usually lasts for no more than 48 hours. What is Prevnar? Pneumococcal vaccine is also available for use in children to prevent pneumococcal disease. This vaccine is marketed under the name Prevnar. Prevnar protects against 7 different types of pneumococcal bacteria. Prevnar is for use only in children between the ages of 6 weeks and 10 years. Health experts believe that becoming infected with pneumococcal disease (such as pneumonia or meningitis) is more dangerous to your child's health than receiving the vaccine. Like any vaccine, Prevnar may not provide protection from disease in every person. Administration Four doses of the Prevnar vaccine are given for complete immunization against pneumococcal infection. Doses are usually given at:
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