Streptococcus Neumonia is an exclusively human pathogen and is spread from person-to-person by respiratory droplets, meaning that transmission generally occurs during coughing or sneezing to others within 6 feet of the carrier. The bacteria can cause many types of illnesses, including meningitis, ear infections, sinus infections, and bacteremia. Health experts estimate that more than 10 million mild infections (throat and skin) like these occur every year.
Information Source: CDC Centers for Disease Control
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