09/30/25 Public Health Education Topic: Streptococcus Pneumoniae
- Health Department
- Sep 30
- 1 min read
Per CDC:
Key points
Pneumococcal disease is a serious bacterial infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Anyone can get pneumococcal disease, but certain people are at increased risk.
Keeping up to date with recommended vaccines is the best protection against pneumococcal disease.
Types
S. pneumoniae bacteria can cause many types of infections, including:
Pneumonia (lung infection)
Meningitis (infection of the lining of the brain and spinal cord)
Bacteremia (bloodstream infection)
Otitis media (middle ear infection)
Sinusitis (sinus infection)
Symptoms & Complications Pneumococcal Disease Symptoms and Complications | Pneumococcal Disease | CDC
How it spreads
People spread pneumococcal bacteria to others through direct contact with respiratory secretions, like saliva or mucus.
To learn more visit: About Pneumococcal Disease | Pneumococcal | CDC
