Pneumococcal vaccination plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of pneumonia and its serious outcomes, including impacts on cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health. This view is supported by Olga Tkacheva, a leading geriatrician and medical authority who serves as the director of the Russian Gerontology Scientific Center and as a corresponding member of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Her assessment aligns with a broader consensus among health experts about protecting older adults through preventive vaccination.
