Pneumococcus (PCV13) Vaccine

Case Study and research the disease Pneumonococcus (PCV13) Vaccine and its associated immunization, detailing how immunization works in our immune defense mechanism.
The Case Study Report – Immunization must include the following components:
    both broad and general description of the disease/organism
    Discuss if the disease/organism(s) is a virus or bacterium
    Explain basic signs and symptoms the disease/condition causes in human infections
    Explain any complications the disease/condition may lead to in human infections
    Discuss how the disease/organism is transmitted
    Immunization Purpose: List and give basic description of what type of immunity the vaccination offers; Discuss if the vaccine provides passive or active immunity; explain the difference between passive and active immunity and how each defends the body in protection.
    Immunization Schedule: Refer to reliable/credible sources and list the immunization schedule that is required for an individual (i.e. CDC, Department of Health).
    List the immunization schedule for the age(s) an individual should be vaccinated
    List if any booster immunizations are required and explain why
    Discuss the consequences if the vaccination schedule is not followed and/or if any booster immunization doses are not administered.