This report examines the epidemiological evidence on the burden and distribution of pneumonia and assesses current levels of treatment and prevention. The report aims to raise awareness about this neglected disease and its causes, and serve as a call to action to reduce child deaths from pneumonia.

Author(s): United Nations Children's Fund, World Health Organization

Published: 2006

Resource types: Report

Diseases: Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib); Meningococcus; Pneumococcus

Topics: Childhood immunization; Advocacy and communications; Disease burden and surveillance; Disease/vaccine specific information

Regions: Global