Pneumovax 23: The Vaccine That Could Save Your Life
Pneumovax 23, also known as pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23), is a vaccine that helps protect against 23 of the most common serotypes of Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. These bacteria can cause a variety of serious illnesses, including pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections. Who should get the Pneumovax vaccine? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) […]