World Pneumonia Day

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Pneumonia Day

World Pneumonia Day is every year on the 12th of November. Established in 2009, this is an initiative to help communities who suffer from the disastrous effects of pneumonia and cannot access proper healthcare for the disease. This day was established to promote pneumonia awareness around the globe and highlight the need for more global access to treatment and better healthcare.

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PNEUMONIA AWARENESS

What is Pneumonia?

Pneumonia is the leading infectious killer around the world of children ages 5 and under. Pneumonia is the inflammation of the air sacs in one or both of the lungs. The air sacs can fill with fluid, and this causes coughing and difficulty breathing. The main goal of World Pneumonia Day and the "Stop Pneumonia Initiative" is to reduce childhood mortality.

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Causes of Pneumonia

Pneumonia is caused by bacteria and viruses in the air. These germs can find their way into your body and can overpower your immune system making you sick.

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Impact of COVID-19

COVID-19 has made pneumonia especially deadly because it also affects breathing and can cause major lung issues. Also, the impact of COVID-19 on these communities has caused even greater mortality rates.

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SYMPTOMS/SIGNS

Symptoms of pneumonia may include:
- Cough (which may produce mucus)
- Fever, sweating, chills
- Shortness of breath
- Shallow, rapid breathing
- Stabbing chest pain

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Treatment of
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Antibiotics
With some types of pneumonia, your doctor will prescribe you antibiotics. You must take all of the antibiotics as directed for them to have the maximum affect
Antivirals
If you have a viral form of pneumonia, you may be prescribed an antiviral medication to treat it
Symptom Management
Fever can be controlled with over-the-counter drugs, drinking fluids can loosen the phlegm in the throat and help with difficulty breathing, using a humidifier to open up airways for breathing, and getting plenty of rest when sick can all be helpful
Recovery
Recovering from pneumonia takes a while because your lungs need time to catch back up to your normal breathing patterns. Try to limit contact with others while in recovery to protect yourself
from germs that could cause relapse

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