Is Pneumococcal Immunization Necessary For A Child?

Posted on Thu, 16 Mar 2017

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Question : Is pneumococcal immunization in ncecessary for child

Answered by Dr. Arun (-5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes it is necessary

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Pnuemococcus is a bacteria which causes ear chest and brain infection.
Almost 3 lakh deaths due to pnueumonia happen every year in XXXXXXX majority of them due to this bacteria.
It is beneficial to your child to get this vaccine rather than giving gifts and toys.
Let me know any further clarification you need.
wishing your child good health.
Regards
Dr Arun

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng