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Vocabulary Entry
pneumococcal
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Example Sentences
"The pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for young children."
"Doctors are concerned about pneumococcal infections in elderly patients."
"Treatment for pneumococcal pneumonia often includes antibiotics."
N
noun
A term referring to a bacterium that can cause pneumonia and other infections.
Example Sentences
"Pneumococcal bacteria can lead to severe respiratory illnesses."
"The pneumococcal strain was identified in the laboratory."
"Understanding pneumococcal pathogens is crucial for public health."