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Learn about pneumococcal vaccination (pneumonia vaccine) indications, types, side effects, recommended schedule, ages, and guidelines. Pneumococcal vaccine is a routine childhood vaccination. Four doses are given: 1 age 2 months, 1 at age 4 months, 1 at age 6 months, and 1 at age 12 to 15 months. CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccination for children younger than 5 years and adults 50 years or older. CDC also recommends pneumococcal vaccination for children and adults at increased risk for pneumococcal disease. While people vaccinated for pneumococcal disease have ongoing protection, they may need an additional type of pneumococcal vaccine depending on their initial vaccine type and whether they have certain medical conditions that put them at higher risk.
