Protect Yourself Against Pneumonia
A Healthy You Starts with a Pneumonia Vaccine
Vaccines are a safe way to fight off germs. They teach your body how to stop infections and keep you healthy. Getting the pneumonia vaccine not only improves outcomes, but it also helps protect your family from getting sick.
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What is Pneumonia?
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can cause coughing, fever, chest pain, and trouble breathing. While anyone can get pneumonia, it's especially dangerous for children and young children with chronic conditions.
Why Get Vaccinated?
Vaccination is a safe way to protect your health, especially for those with chronic conditions or weakened immune systems. It helps prevent serious illness, lowers the risk of hospitalization, and supports better health outcomes.
Additional Ways to Protect Yourself from Pneumonia
Frequent
Handwashing
Wash your hands often
with soap and water for
at least 20 seconds,
especially after being in
public places or around
someone who is sick.
Clean
Surfaces
Use disinfectant wipes or
spray to clean frequently
touched surfaces, such as
doorknobs, countertops,
and toys.
Avoid Touching
Your Face
This helps prevent the
virus from entering your
body through your eyes,
nose, or mouth.
Steer Clear
of Crowds
Avoid taking young
children to crowded
places during cold and flu
season, especially if they
have underlying health
conditions.
Health Benefits of Vaccines
- Reduced Risk of Infection: Getting vaccinated lowers the chance of getting sick in the first place.
- Protection from Severe Illness: If you do get sick, vaccines help prevent serious complications that can lead to hospitalization or even death.
- Community Health: Vaccines help protect others by reducing the spread of disease.
Have Questions?
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advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Always seek the advice of your physician or other
qualified healthcare provider regarding your healthcare needs.
