A second dose of pneumococcal vaccine is recommended
a. If the first dose was given before age 65
b. If chronic health conditions are present
c. 10 years after the first dose
d. Never
A
If the pneumococcal vaccine is given before age 65—for example, because a chronic medical condition, such as liver disease or kidney disease, is present—a second dose is required after age 65 and at least 5 years after the first dose.
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