Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine

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Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine

The Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (pronounced as new-mo-KOK-al KON-joo-gate vak-SEEN), often abbreviated as PCV, is a type of vaccine that is used to protect against certain types of pneumococcal bacteria.

Etymology

The term "Pneumococcal" is derived from the Greek words "pneumon" meaning lung and "kokkos" meaning berry, referring to the bacterium's spherical shape. "Conjugate" comes from the Latin "conjugare" meaning to join together, referring to the process of combining the pneumococcal bacteria with a protein to enhance the body's immune response.

Usage

The Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine is primarily used to prevent pneumonia, meningitis, and otitis media caused by the pneumococcal bacteria. It is typically administered in a series of doses during infancy and early childhood, but can also be given to adults who are at high risk of pneumococcal disease.

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