CDC Recommends Pneumococcal Vaccine to protect smokers against pneumococcal infection.

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In the U.S., vaccination programs have eliminated or significantly reduced many vaccine-preventable diseases.

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Following the death of a pregnant woman from swine flu, pregnant women are being urged to take Tamiflu at first sign of the flu.