This vaccine can be given at any time during the year and even at the same time as the influenza vaccine. Usually one dose of pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine is all that is needed. In some cases, a second dose 3 to 5 years later may be recommended. Ask your doctor for more details. You cannot get influenza or pneumococcal disease from the vaccines.
Side effects are usually minor and last only a short time.
Influenza vaccine can be given at the same time as other vaccines, including pneumococcal vaccine. Due to expected delays in flu vaccine shipments for the 2000-2001 flu season, please contact your immunization site of choice to verify vaccine availability and hours of operation before you go. Call your doctor. These links will take you to sites outside of the Georgia Division of Public Health, Department of Human Resources web site. Thank you for visiting.