13 - Valent Pneumococcal Vaccine
***During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to prevent pneumococcal infection which may cause serious pneumococcal pneumonia or can be life-threatening. It is recommended to have a minimal interval of at least 14 days between administration of COVID-19 vaccine and pneumococcal vaccine.***
How:
Subcutaneous or Intramuscular Injection (preferably in the deltoid muscle or lateral mid-thigh)
This vaccine requires 1-4 doses which provides lifetime protection:
- Aged < 7 months: 4 doses in total;at 2, 4, 6 & 12- 15 months
- Aged 7-11 months: 3 doses in total;1 month apart between 1st and 2 nd dose; 2 months apart between 2 ned and 3rd dose (3rd dose after 12 months of age)
- Aged 12-23 months: At least 2 months apart, 2 doses in total
- Aged ≥ 2 or above: 1 dose only
Recommended for
Individuals aged 6 weeks or above