The goal of this learning activity is to provide doctors with a comprehensive review on the importance of pneumococcal vaccination in adults. Upon completing this module, participants will have a better understanding of the following aspects:
- Burden of pneumococcal infection in the adult population
- Approach to vaccination in adults
- Benefits of pneumococcal vaccination
- Current vaccination recommendations
- Pneumococcal vaccination guidelines for Malaysian Hajj/Umrah pilgrims
CPD Reviewer:
Datuk Dr Christopher Lee Kwok Choong
Infectious Disease Specialist;
Head of Department of General Medicine, Hospital Sungai Buloh
NOTE :
Please read thoroughly & understand the module before attempting the assessment questions.
Terms & Conditions:
■ Participants must obtain a minimum score of 8/10 (80%) to be awarded 1 point.
■ MIMS Education and MIMS Medica shall not be responsible or liable for the outcome of your CPD points.
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