What Health Experts Want You to Know About Pneumococcal Pneumonia

Pneumococcal pneumonia is a potentially serious illness caused by bacteria called pneumococcus. The illness can disrupt a person’s life for weeks, and when severe, can result in hospitalization. In fact, an estimated 225,000 adults are hospitalized with pneumococcal pneumonia each year in the United States. The American Lung Association, in partnership with Pfizer, is educating [ ] The post What Health Experts Want You to Know About Pneumococcal Pneumonia appeared first on The Boca Raton Tribune.