Pneumococcal Vaccination Resources

Pneumococcal disease can cause severe infections such as pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent pneumococcal disease, particularly in young children, older adults, and people with certain medical risk conditions.

This page provides easy-to-read, visual resources to support health professionals and the community in understanding who should be vaccinated and when.

Pneumococcal vaccination for children <5 years old
Pneumococcal vaccination for all Australians
Pneumococcal vaccination for people with risk conditions for pneumococcal disease
PneumoSmart Vaccination Tool
Cristy Houghton