Your Health / Conditions / Infections & Infectious Diseases / Pneumonia Risk Quiz
Published on Aug 05, 2020
Authored by Pfizer Medical Team
Pneumonia is a lung infection that causes fluid to build up and makes it difficult to breathe. One of the most common types is pneumococcal pneumonia. Young children, older adults and people with certain chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or have a weakened immune system, are at higher risk of pneumococcal pneumonia.
Take the quiz below by downloading and printing off the document.
Tick the boxes that apply to you or on behalf of a family member. Share the results with your doctor or nurse to understand your risk of pneumonia and how you can help protect yourself.
This tool is not intended to result in a diagnosis or a treatment recommendation. It’s meant to help you have a more meaningful discussion with your doctor.
Last reviewed: 8/10/2019
- Lung Foundation Australia: Pneumonia
- Asthma and Respiratory Foundation New Zealand