Human Health Pneumovax 23 Vaccine (per dose)

Human Health Pneumovax 23 Vaccine (per dose)

Pneumonia is the 2nd leading cause of death in HK. Streptococcus pneumoniae is one of the common bacteria causing pneumonia (lung infection) and serious diseases; for example, meningitis, otitis media, sepsis and even death.

According to the recommendations of the Hong Kong Centre for Health Protection: All aged 2 or above or high-risk elderly persons aged 65 or above should have pneumococcal vaccination.

Vaccination is one of the most effective way to prevent invasive infection.

Suitable For:

• Individuals aged 2 years old or above 1 dose
• Remarks: the recommended interval between 23vPPV and PCV13 should be 1 year.

Not applicable to:

• People who have a history of severe allergic reaction to any of the vaccine component or Pneumovax 23 in the past
• Those who are less than 2 years old
• Those who are pregnant or breast-feeding
• People with fever

* If it is considered as inapproriate to get vaccinated, HKD300 will be charged for Dr Consultation. The remaining amount shall be returned. health.ESDlife and Human Health have sole discretion to make the final decision.