Question
What should be noted when administering the pediatric pneumococcal vaccine?
Answer
Pneumonia in children can be quite severe, causing distress to the baby. Children over two years old require only one dose of the pneumococcal vaccine, whereas those under two years old have a different immunization schedule, which may involve two to three shots. This vaccine is typically administered seasonally, and during peak seasons in winter or spring, it can be administered via intramuscular injection at the hospital. You can consult local authorized hospitals for details without undue worry. Just pay attention to staying warm and preventing the spread of diseases like fever.