Pneumococcal Immunizations

What are Pneumococcal Immunizations ❓

 The Pneumococcal vaccine is an effective way to prevent disease such as pneumonia, sepsis and meningitis 🤒

 They work by telling the immune system how to create antibodies

 Antibodies protect you from the bacteria that causes the infection 🦠

What are the Different Pneumococcal Immunizations ❓

 There are two variations of vaccine: the PCV which protects against 13 strains; and the PPV which protects against 23 strains 💉

 Childhood:

 Babies are offered 2 doses of the PCV vaccine, at 12 weeks and at 1 year 👶

 Aged 65 and over:

 Those aged 65 and over are offered a single PPV vaccine 🧓

 Clinically at risk:

 Those with certain long-term health conditions are offered a single PPV vaccine

 Some people will be offered this vaccine every 5 years 📆

What do I Need to know about Pneumococcal Immunizations ❓

 It is usually a fast and small injection into the arm 💪

 They are very safe and always thoroughly tested

 They can help to save the lives of children and the vulnerable ✅

What are the Side Effects of Pneumococcal Immunizations ❓

 Redness of injection area 🔴

 Swelling of injection area (may be firm)

 Raised temperature/fever 🥵

 Rarely, people may have an allergic reaction