Most children only need one dose of pneumococcal vaccine. However if your child has certain medical conditions (kidney disease and problems with their immune system) they may need a booster every 5 years. It is given by injection to the upper outer area of your child’s arm. It takes only seconds. It can be given […]
The pneumococcal infection is found at the back of the nose and throat of healthy adults and children. It is transferred from person to person during close contact. Coughing, sneezing, kissing and touching with unclean hands. Try to encourage your child to wash their hands regularly and especially before eating and after using the toilet. […]
Most people only need one dose of pneumococcal vaccine. However if you have certain medical conditions (kidney disease and problems with your immune system) you may need a booster every 5 years. It is given by injection to the upper outer area of your arm. It takes only seconds. It can be given at the […]
The pneumococcal infection is found at the back of the nose and throat of healthy adults and children it is transferred from person to person during close contact. Coughing, sneezing, kissing and touching with unclean hands. Regular hand washing is important to prevent spread of infection. Pneumococcal disease is the term used to describe a […]
Exacerbations of asthma are mainly caused by respiratory viruses and bacteria which lead to increased inflammation and chest infections. The two vaccinations recommended for patients with asthma are: Influenza (flu) vaccine (all people with asthma every year). Pneumococcal vaccine (recommended for people with severe asthma and for anyone with asthma over the age of 65 […]
Most people will have no side effects. The benefits of having these vaccinations far outweigh any minor side effects. If you have a sore or red area on your arm try applying a clean cold cloth. If you have a headache or slight fever drink plenty of fluids and take regular doses of paracetamol (but […]
Most people only need one dose of pneumococcal vaccine. However if you have certain medical conditions (kidney disease and problems with your immune system) you may need a booster every 5 years. It is given by injection to the upper outer area of your arm. It takes only seconds. It can be given at the […]
The pneumococcal bug or virus is found at the back of the nose and throat of healthy adults and children. It is passed on from person to person through close contact. Pneumococcal disease is the term used to describe the range of illnesses including pneumonia but also the more serious condition of septicaemia (blood poisoning). […]
Exacerbations or flare ups of COPD are mainly caused by respiratory viruses and bacteria which lead to increased inflammation and chest infections. The two vaccinations recommended for patients with COPD are: Influenza (flu) vaccine. Pneumococcal vaccine. Research has shown that vaccination can reduce the number of exacerbations of the disease and reduce hospital admissions.
