Pneumococcal vaccination in adults: a review of the current recommendations

Abstract Pneumococcal disease remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, particularly in older adults individuals with underlying medical conditions. To address this public health threat, pneumococcal vaccines have been developed recommended for use adult populations. This article provides comprehensive review the current recommendations vaccination discusses burden population, including risk factors developing disease. The concludes discussion about future directions adults, new improved vaccines, which are to ensure wide protection against