Content about Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine

May 22, 2013
New pneumococcal vaccine as safe as previous version, study finds

A new vaccine against pneumococcal disease appears as safe as an older one, according to a new study.

February 26, 2013
RxAlly, Shenandoah University pharmacy school collaborate in pneumococcal vaccination study

A Virginia-based pharmacy school will collaborate with an alliance of more than 22,000 pharmacies around the country to find ways to promote and increase pneumococcal vaccinations among elderly and high-risk people.

January 28, 2013
FDA approves new use of Pfizer vaccine

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new use for a pneumococcal vaccine made by Pfizer, the drug maker said.

October 15, 2012
New recommendations out for pneumococcal vaccine in high-risk adults

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has updated its recommendations for pneumococcal vaccine in high-risk adults.

September 4, 2012
Navarro Discount Pharmacy expands adult vaccine offerings

In light of new Florida regulations allowing certified pharmacists to administer a broader range of immunizations, Navarro Discount Pharmacy has expanded vaccine availability at all of its 31 locations in south Florida to include immunizations for both shingles and pneumonia, in addition to the flu vaccine.

January 3, 2012
FDA approves Prevnar 13 in older adults

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a Pfizer vaccine for Streptococcus pneumoniae in adults ages 50 years and older, the company said.

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