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Patricia H Fabel1, Emily C Horton, Kayce Shealy
1At the South Carolina College of Pharmacy, University of South Carolina in Charleston, Patricia H. Fabel is a clinical assistant professor and Emily C. Horton is a doctor of pharmacy student. Kayce Shealy is an assistant professor at Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy in Clinton, S.C. The authors have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Older adults aged 65+ should receive pneumococcal pneumonia vaccines, including PCV13 and PPSV23, per updated guidelines. This article reviews these recommendations and vaccination timing for other adult groups.
Area of Science:
- Immunology
- Public Health
- Vaccinology
Background:
- Pneumococcal pneumonia remains a significant health concern, particularly for older adults.
- Vaccination is a key strategy for preventing pneumococcal disease.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize the updated Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) guidelines for pneumococcal vaccination in older adults.
- To review current recommendations for PCV13 and PPSV23 vaccine administration.
- To provide guidance on vaccinating other key adult populations.
Main Methods:
- Review of the latest ACIP recommendations.
- Summary of vaccine schedules for PCV13 and PPSV23.
- Discussion of vaccination strategies for different adult risk groups.
Main Results:
- Updated guidelines recommend a series of PCV13 followed by PPSV23 for adults aged 65 years and older.
- Specific vaccination schedules are outlined for various adult populations.
Conclusions:
- Adherence to updated ACIP guidelines ensures optimal pneumococcal disease prevention in older adults.
- Timely vaccination of key adult populations is crucial for public health.
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