Savvy Senior: If you're 65 or older, it's time to get your pneumonia shot

Dear Savvy Senior,

I recently turned 65 and would like to know if am supposed to get the pneumonia vaccine? And if so, which type of vaccine do I need and is it covered by Medicare?

Relatively Healthy

Dear Relatively,

Yes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does indeed recommend the “pneumococcal vaccines” for pneumonia for adults age 65 and older. They’re also recommended for yo...