美国疾病预防控制中心建议5岁以下儿童和50岁以上成人接种肺炎球菌疫苗。
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. Oct 26, 2024
面临肺炎球菌病风险的人：
- People at increased risk: People with certain conditions should also get the vaccine, including:
- Sickle cell disease
- Coeliac disease
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Cystic fibrosis
- Coronary heart disease
- Heart failure
- Chronic kidney disease
- Cirrhosis
- Diabetes
- Weakened immune system
Why get the pneumococcal vaccine?
The pneumococcal vaccine protects against many common types of pneumococcal bacteria. Pneumococcal bacteria can cause:
- Pneumonia, which can cause fever, chills, cough, chest pain, and breathing problems
- Meningitis, which can cause fever, stiff neck, light sensitivity, headache, and confusion
You can talk to your doctor about whether you should get the pneumococcal vaccine.
