Pneumonia vaccine
You’ve probably had your ‘flu shot. Have you ever had a pneumonia shot?
Pneumonia - a bacterial infection in the lungs - is a common complication from the flu. In addition to a flu shot every fall, it’s a good idea to get a shot of pneumococcal vaccine. Older people may require only one in a lifetime, but especially if you are a cancer patient, it’s good to know it can be repeated every 6 years.
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