Evidence Expands High-Risk Spectrum for Pneumococcal Disease

Barbara Zenz December 12, 2025 The increase in invasive pneumococcal disease across Europe is driven by Streptococcus pneumoniae, which also causes pneumonia and acute otitis media that can progress to invasive infections. Nearly 100 serotypes are known; however, only a few account for most cases. Age is the strongest risk factor for severe pneumococcal infection, particularly in children younger […]

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