Battle Against Pneumonia: Global Efforts Intensify to Slash Death Rates Through Vaccines and Cleaner Air
Pneumonia remains one of the deadliest illnesses globally, claiming the lives of both children and adults with its inflammatory attack on the lungs, particularly the alveoli where oxygen exchange occurs. This disease results from various infectious agents, including bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae, viruses such as influenza, and even fungi. These pathogens spread through air droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes, showcasing the contagious nature of the disease. Despite being preventable and treatable, pneumonia’s …