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Pneumonia. Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by many germs. Treatment and prevention options and who's at risk vary by cause.
- Legionnaires’ Disease
Homepage for CDC's information on Legionella infections,...
- Pneumonia Prevention and Control
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. Pneumonia affects...
- Management and Prevention Guidelines
Key points. Professional organizations have issued...
- About Pneumonia
Overview. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. Many germs...
- Pneumococcal Vaccine Recommendations
Key points. CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccination for...
- Legionnaires’ Disease
21 sie 2024 · Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. Pneumonia affects millions of people worldwide each year. Pneumonia can often be prevented and can usually be treated. You can lower your risk of pneumonia with immunizations and other healthy living practices.
13 paź 2023 · Key points. Professional organizations have issued pneumonia-related guidelines. They summarize evidenced-based recommendations to manage pneumonia. Some of the guidelines also include prevention recommendations. The guidelines apply to community or healthcare facility settings.
7 paź 2024 · Overview. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. Many germs (bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses) can cause pneumonia. World Pneumonia Day is November 12, 2024.
26 paź 2024 · Key points. CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccination for children younger than 5 years and adults 50 years or older. CDC also recommends pneumococcal vaccination for children and adults at increased risk for pneumococcal disease.
6 lut 2024 · Key points. Vaccines are recommended to prevent pneumococcal disease. Streptococcus pneumoniae is a common bacterial cause of acute otitis media, sinusitis, community-acquired pneumonia, and bacterial meningitis. Guidelines for treatment vary by syndrome.
26 paź 2024 · Key points. CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccination for many adults based on age, having certain risk conditions, and pneumococcal vaccines already received. Talk to a healthcare provider about what's best for your specific situation.