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Pneumococcal vaccine reduces serious superbug infections December 29, 2014

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The pneumococcal vaccine is linked with a 62 percent decrease in antibiotic-resistant cases of pneumococcal infections.
This vaccine is an important step in preventing the spread of antibiotic-resistant superbugs.
The pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for children under five years old, adults 65 or older, or people with health conditions that put them at a higher risk.

Posted in Immunizations, Pediatric Articles | Tagged Pneumonia, superbugs, vaccines, winter

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