Pneumonia is a severe lung infection caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Its symptoms range from mild (cold and flu-like) to severe and sometimes even prove fatal. Every year 12th November is observed as World Pneumonia Day to acknowledge the impact of this global burden on the health of people all over the world. This year, let us all strive to know the infection better to eliminate the chances of getting infected as “Prevention is always better than cure.
Let’s be vigilant and not ignore the signs and symptoms of pneumonia, especially in children! Sources: Cleveland Clinic, Every Breath Counts Coalition How can pneumonia be prevented? To take another two-minute survey to share your perspective on azithromycin in clinical practice, Click here!
