Pneumonia vaccines do not reduce pneumonia, but they help prevent invasive pneumococcal diseases. A person's age and health will determine how often they get the vaccine.

Find out what you need to know about getting the pneumonia vaccine as an older adult, and discover the pros, cons, risks, and benefits.

Older adults can reduce their risk of several life-threatening diseases through immunizations. Vaccines are safe and effective, and are covered by Medicare.

Pneumococcal vaccines are recommended for adults age 65 and older, smokers, younger people with weak immune systems, as well as children under 5.

Why is that important? By the end of that day, the committee may take a vote which could lead to a more expensive pneumonia vaccine and to more older adults contracting pneumonia.

I thankfully was healthy enough to survive my bout with pneumonia, but not everyone does, which is why I am grateful that more Americans are now eligible for vaccines that help prevent the spread ...

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the “pneumococcal vaccines” for pneumonia for adults age 65 and older.

Read more about the pneumonia vaccine and how it can help prevent flu complications for more information. --Kevin McCarthy, associate editor ...

Viral pneumonia is a threat to your lungs but receiving a vaccine for this virus can be beneficial in reducing the risk of developing this illness and promoting safety. Continue reading to learn ...

Pediatric pneumonia cases requiring hospitalization are up 30% in Central Virginia, according to the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU.

The Sedgwick County Health Department is providing free pneumonia vaccines for adults who have medical conditions that put them at high risk for illness. This comes as a response to a rising ...