Video: Who Should Get Vaccinated Against Pneumococcal Disease? (0:55)
Video: Who Should Get Vaccinated Against Pneumococcal Disease? (0:55)
Date posted:
January 12, 2023
Last reviewed:
January 12, 2023
National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID)
Video explains risk factors for pneumococcal disease, which can cause infections such as pneumonia and meningitis, and encourages vaccination for those at high risk. The video recommends getting vaccinated against pneumococcal disease for those age 65 and older, as well as those age 19 to 64 years with certain risk conditions like asthma or diabetes. The video is available here: Are You At Risk For Pneumococcal Disease? | NFID.