Pneumococcal disease is the leading cause of deaths in children under 5 years of age and it can cause serious diseases such as pneumonia and meningitis which are life threatening.
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Infections caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae are called pneumococcal diseases. Pneumococcal vaccination is a known way to help protect against the disease.
Your child is growing quickly, and their health is your top priority. Between ages 1 and 2, seven essential vaccinations are recommended to guard them from serious diseases like Pneumonia. These vaccinations act as seven superheroes, each protecting your child’s growth, health, and well-being.
Ensure your child's immunity is strong. Talk to a paediatrician today to make sure your little one receives the complete "7-Star Protection" and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing they're well-defended against harmful diseases.
If you miss out the dose of these vaccinations during the stipulated time, you can consult with your doctor for a Catch-up Vaccination.
Talk to your doctor about the Pneumococcal Vaccination.
The diseases caused by the Streptococcus pneumoniae bacterium are commonly referred to as pneumococcal diseases. They range from serious diseases such as pneumonia, septicaemia, and meningitis to less serious, but common infections such as sinusitis and otitis media (middle ear infections).
Pneumococcal bacteria are spread by infected people via their respiratory droplets and secretions like saliva or mucus.
Many people, especially children, are asymptomatic carriers of the bacteria, and can transmit the disease to others.
Symptoms of pneumococcal disease depend on the part of the body involved and can range from mild to severe. Symptoms also depend on the type of infection as mentioned below but are not limited to:
Pneumonia (Lung Infection)
Meningitis (infection of the brain lining and spinal cord)
Bacteraemia (Blood Infection)
Sepsis (Extreme response to an infection)
Middle Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
Sinus Infection
Pneumococcal vaccination is an effective way of preventing pneumococcal disease.
Other ways to help protect your child or prevent the spread of infection include:
Vaccination for Pneumococcal Diseases starts from 6 weeks.
Different vaccines have different vaccination schedules. Please consult your paediatrician for more information.
However, consult your doctor for more information.
With any vaccination there’s a chance of side effects, which are usually mild. Some of them are but not limited to:
For more details on side effects, please consult your doctor.
Pneumococcal disease is the leading cause of deaths in children under 5 years of age and it can cause serious diseases such as pneumonia and meningitis which are life threatening.
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Information appearing in this material is for general awareness only. Nothing contained in this material constitutes medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any medical queries, any question or concern you may have regarding your condition. The disease list indicated for vaccination is not complete, please consult your child’s Paediatrician for the complete vaccination schedule. The doctor shown in this material is being used for illustrative purpose only and is a professional model. The disease representation icons/images and animation are for illustrative purpose only.
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