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I was told by a coworker to get an pneumonia vaccine, but i'm only 18. should i wait or ask for it at my next doctor visit?
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Vacccines: Vaccines have their place but can be overused or not necessary in some cases. Please check w/your doctor before getting any vaccine. At 18 years of age and if otherwise healthy, washing hands regularly, not touching mouth, nose, eyes, around others, and talking vitamin C 2X daily may be a good preventive for cold and flu. Peace and good health.
Answered 12/27/2016
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Maybe: This vaccine was developed to help build antibodies against strains of a common respiratory bacteria.This bacteria can cause pneumonia, blood infections or meningitis.It is not 100% protective or permanent, but has reduced such problems in small kids & older adults. It is approved for adults >18 as part of an overall effort to boost immunity.If your life involves much people contact.it may help U
Answered 2/1/2018
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