Thousands of elderly people in Minnesota get sick with the flu each year. Older generation who have the flu and a higher risk for pneumonia. It can be fatal for some older people. It is important to protect yourself and others from pneumonia. You can do this, having received pneumococcal vaccine (shot). You can go to the doctor to get a pneumococcal shot at any time during the year. In fact, you can get it at the same time you get a flu shot or any other vaccine. It is important to note that you can not get pneumonia from this shot. The most common side effect of pneumococcal shot in the arm pain from 24 to 48 hours after inoculation. If you are over 65 years, always consult your physician if you need to pneumococcal shot. There is no on-pay or charge for a shot for UCare members. This chartmay help you decide if the pneumococcal shot is strattera prescription right for you. .
