Got Asthma? Don’t Wait. Vaccinate! Pneumococcal disease is a deadly infection that can strike fast. If you have asthma there is an increased risk for hospitalization or death. Getting vaccinated is the safest, most effective way to protect yourself or a loved one with asthma. Please contact your health care professional today for more information. For more information and resources about pneumococcal disease, visit: www.cdc.gov/VACCINES/vpd-vac/pneumo/default.htm For more information and resources on asthma, visit the North Carolina Asthma Program website at www.asthma.ncdhhs.gov To find a location near you for a pneumococcal vaccine, visit the at http://vaccine.healthmap.org State of North Carolina | Pat McCrory, Governor | Department of Health and Human Services | Aldona Z. Wos, M.D., Secretary www.ncdhhs.gov N.C. DHHS is an equal opportunity employer and provider. 7/14