For the second half of the 19th century and the early part of the 20th, pneumonia was a leading cause of death that killed hundreds of thousands of people. Sir William Osler – usually considered the ...
Pneumonia infects millions of people every year. Cases of this highly contagious lung infection surged across all age groups ...
UK pneumonia cases are increasing, with older adults most affected. Here’s what causes the illness, who is at risk and how it can be prevented.
University of Virginia provides funding as a member of The Conversation US. Autumn brings a chill in the air – and the start of another season of respiratory illnesses, which can be especially hard ...
Medical professionals recommend older adults get vaccinated for flu, pneumonia, RSV, and shingles. Medicare Part D covers all CDC-approved vaccines for adults over 65 without a copayment. The flu ...