Etiket: pneumococci
Every year 430 people die from ‘pneumococci’: what are they? And is the vaccination against it safe? | Medical
We know the corona vaccine and the flu shot. But these days GPs also ask: “Ma’am, have you already made an appointment for your pneumonia shot?” Your what? The vaccine…
Ninety types of pneumococci: almost everyone becomes infected at some point in their life Healthy
Anyone between the ages of 63 and 66 will receive an invitation for a free pneumococcal vaccination this fall. The vaccination reduces the chance of becoming infected. If you become…
Supreme Health Council wants extra vaccination against pneumococci for people over 65
The Superior Health Council (SHC) recommends that certain target groups be vaccinated against pneumococci every five years. After meningococcus, this bacterium is the most important cause of meningitis and can…