12/11/2025
🫁 World Pneumonia Day
Today, we spotlight pneumonia, a serious and often under-recognised illness that affects people of all ages around the world.
Why this matters:
🫁 Pneumonia is preventable and treatable, yet remains a leading cause of death, particularly in children under 5 and older adults.
🫁 Risk factors include weakened immunity, lung disease, smoking, air pollution, and lack of access to vaccines and treatment.
🫁 Early detection, good respiratory hygiene, vaccinations, and prompt treatment can make a life-saving difference.
How you can help:
✔️ Get up to date with your pneumococcal & flu vaccinations
✔️ Practice good respiratory hygiene — cover coughs and sneezes, wash hands often
✔️ Avoid smoking and limit exposure to air pollution
✔️ Seek help if you or someone you know has a persistent cough, fever, chest pain, or shortness of breath
📍 Visit us for advice on vaccination, respiratory support, and how to protect your lungs this season.