Pneumonia Research

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) supports pneumonia research on more effective prevention and treatment approaches to control pneumonia and its causes, including:

Developing and testing vaccines and treatments for the disease-causing microbes that cause pneumonia
Stimulating pneumonia research on the structure and function of these microbes
Developing better and more rapid diagnostic tools
Understanding the long-term health impact respiratory pathogens have in various populations
Examining the effect of vaccines in high-risk populations
Determining how pneumococcus causes disease and becomes resistant to antibiotics

NIAID pneumonia research has made important contributions to developing the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine for children. This vaccine helps prevent pneumococcal diseases in babies and toddlers and is the latest advance in developing vaccines against common bacterial infections.

NIAID supports studies to develop and evaluate improved pneumococcal vaccines for children worldwide. In one such study, NIAID researchers worked with the government of The Gambia (a country in west Africa) and scientists from several international pneumonia research institutions to test a pneumococcal conjugate vaccine.

Health care experts have consistently identified pneumococcus as the most common cause of bacterial pneumonia in The Gambia. In a pattern typical of many developing areas, infant and child mortality rates in The Gambia are high, acute respiratory infections are a leading cause of death, and pneumococcus is the most common cause of these infections.

Results of a four-year, randomized controlled clinical trial showed that the vaccine reduced childhood mortality by 16 percent in children who received the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. The vaccine was 77 percent effective in preventing infections caused by the vaccine serotypes.

Nutrients for Healthy Airways

Step 1. Establish a Nutritional Foundation:

VIBE® - 1-2 ounces daily - split between AM/PM
Liquid multi-nutrient delivery technology that provides critical essential nutrients and cofactors needed for the body to thrive. VIBE provides outstanding daily nutritional support and contains specialized nutrients to manage the aging process.*

Step 2. Focus on Airways Health Goals:

EFACOR™ - (Omega-3s) - 2 softgels daily - 10 min. before a meal
Concentrated, pharmaceutical grade, natural Omega-3 dietary supplement providing high dose EPA and DHA. EFACOR is guaranteed ultra-pure, free of environmental contaminants and to have exceptional taste.*

Probiotic+™ - 2 caps daily - 10 min. before breakfast
Helpful bacteria promote balanced digestive and intestinal environments for proper nutrient absorption. Supports cholesterol health, the immune system and healthy aging. Assists health during GI distress. Helps replenish beneficial bacteria reduced from antibiotic use.*

Molybdenum - 2 TBSP - daily for 1 month
Supports healthy enzyme system function. Detoxification pathway for acetaldehyde in the body. Healthy airways. Normal cellular replication. Healthy bacteria in the large intestine.*

Phytamins® (Vitamins) - 1 ounce daily - in PM
Assists the immune system. Enhances bone strength and flexibility. Promotes healthy brain functions. Supports respiration of tissues. Complements minerals. Effectively converts food into energy.*

Germanium - 1 tsp daily - in AM
Germanium has been implicated in the promotion of healthy oxygen flow to tissues and normal functioning of immune cells. Many view germanium as a substance that can help maintain healthy balance of body functions.*

The information provided should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. Please, consult your health care provider before taking over the counter or prescription drugs, nutritional supplements, or following any health treatment or regimen. The above product(s) is not a substiture for a well balanced diet.

* This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.