Pneumonia Vaccine

Pneumonia is an acute inflammation of the lung parenchyma, often filling alveoli with fluid. Causes include bacteria, aspiration, radiation, and poor hygiene. Risk factors are age, co-morbidities, smoking, alcohol, and low immunity. Symptoms include fever, chills, cough, chest pain, and delirium. Diagnosis uses CURB 65; treatment includes antibiotics and oxygen.

Symptoms of double pneumonia in the elderly: Why early detection is critical

Double pneumonia is a serious but preventable condition. Nevertheless, it important to understand the early symptoms, seek timely medical intervention, and follow preventive measures to reduce the risk and improve lung health in seniors. Here’s why.

Pneumonia and long-term health risks, from reduced lung capacity to increased airway resistance, more

Pneumonia can lead to lasting lung damage, increase the risk of chronic respiratory conditions, and exacerbate existing health issues. Recognising its effects on respiratory health underscores the importance of prevention and prompt treatment.

Pneumonia causes, symptoms, treatment: Take these precautions to avoid lung infection

Pneumonia can lead to severe complications, including respiratory failure, sepsis (infection spreading to the bloodstream), pleural effusion (fluid buildup around the lungs), and lung abscesses that may require surgical drainage. Learn more about the symptoms, causes, risks, and preventive measures for pneumonia.

Seasonal influenza: Watch out for sudden fever, fatigue, coughing, chills and muscle aches

Seasonal influenza, caused by various viruses, can wreak havoc on your health, leading to severe complications like pneumonia. Beyond the common symptoms, be cautious of bronchitis, sinus and ear infections, worsened chronic conditions, sepsis risk, and inflammation of vital organs.

Serum Institute of India, UNICEF supply agreement to provide pneumonia vaccine to low-income nations

“Pneumonia is the biggest single killer of children, claiming the life of a child every 39 seconds. By being able to provide this quality-assured pneumococcal conjugate vaccine at such an affordable price, we can save millions of children's lives,” Director of UNICEF's supply and procurement headquarters Etleva Kadilli said.

GSK Pharma to launch vaccine, cancer drugs in 2011

Drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals plans to launch pneumonia vaccine Synflorix and at least two oncology drugs in 2011 as part of its strategy to drive sales in India, a top official said.