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I've heard that once you get pneumonia you continue to get it constantly my brother had it last year and now this year is there something we can do?
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Myth: Your statement is false. You can take pnemonia vaccine to prevent further infections. There are two types of pnemonia vaccines available in the market. Ask your doctor about them. Second, get annual flu vaccine.
Answered 7/25/2016
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