Did You Get Your Pneumonia Shot?

Posted by Kathy Quan Oct 30, 2007

Do you need a pneumonia shot in addition to a flu shot this year? You need to discuss taking the PPV if you are:

• over age 65
• over the age of two and have any long-term, chronic health conditions such as COPD, heart disease, diabetes, or sickle-cell disease
• over the age of two and have any underlying disease that suppresses your immune system such as cancer, HIV, or organ failure

For most, one dose is sufficient for a lifetime, however, in some instances, a booster is being recommended after five years. Check with your primary care practitioner to determine if you need this vaccine, or need a booster.

Read more about the pneumonia shot.