CDC Recommends Lowering the Pneumococcal Vaccine Age to 50

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lowered the recommended age for the 1-time vaccine against pneumonia. Previously recommended for those aged 65 years or older, the agency now advises the pneumococcal vaccination starting at age 50 years.

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JAMA
Published
2024-12-06
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2024.24265
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3
Primary Topic
Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
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CDC Recommends Lowering the Pneumococcal Vaccine Age to 50

Samantha Anderer
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Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
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CDC Recommends Lowering the Pneumococcal Vaccine Age to 50

Samantha Anderer
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Abstract

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lowered the recommended age for the 1-time vaccine against pneumonia. Previously recommended for those aged 65 years or older, the agency now advises the pneumococcal vaccination starting at age 50 years.

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