Pneumonia
Anyone can get pneumonia, but some people are more at risk than others. Learn about causes and symptoms of pneumonia, how pneumonia is treated, ways to prevent pneumonia and more in this section.
Learn About Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection in one or both of the lungs. Many factors affect how serious a case of pneumonia is. It is a leading cause of hospitalization in both children and adults.
What Causes Pneumonia?
Pneumonia can be caused by a wide variety of bacteria, viruses and fungi in the air we breathe. See more about the main causes.
Pneumonia Symptoms and Diagnosis
Pneumonia symptoms can be mild to severe and depend on the type of germ causing the infection, your age and overall health. Learn about signs and symptoms as well as how pneumonia is diagnosed.
Is Pneumonia Contagious
Pneumonia (the lung infection) itself is not contagious, but the bacteria and viruses that cause pneumonia can spread from person to person.
Pneumonia Treatment and Recovery
Learn about pneumonia treatment options and recovery and understand if you are at risk for complications from pneumonia.
Walking Pneumonia
Walking pneumonia is typically a milder form of pneumonia commonly caused by the bacteria Mycoplasma pneumoniae.
Preventing Pneumonia
Pneumonia can be prevented. You can reduce your risk of getting pneumonia by following a few simple steps.
Pneumococcal Pneumonia
Pneumococcal pneumonia, a serious lung infection, may affect adults as young as 19 years old. Take a risk assessment and learn about the symptoms and severity.
Five Facts You Should Know About Pneumonia
Pneumonia is more common than you think. It causes more than a million hospitalizations and more than 50,000 deaths each year. Pneumonia is an infection in one or both of your lungs, causing inflammation and fluid build-up. It may cause problems w
Five Top Pneumonia Questions For Your Doctor
Here are five important questions to ask your doctor about pneumonia.
What Is The Connection Between Influenza and Pneumonia?
What Is The Connection Between Influenza and Pneumonia?