Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that is most commonly caused by viruses or bacteria. These infections are generally spread by direct contact with infected people. Pneumonia affects children and families everywhere, but is most prevalent in South Asia and sub - Saharan Africa. Pneumonia can be prevented with simple interventions and treated with low-cost, low-tech medication and care.

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that is most commonly caused by viruses or bacteria. These infections are generally spread by direct contact with infected people. Pneumonia affects children and families everywhere, but is most prevalent in South Asia and sub - Saharan Africa. Pneumonia can be prevented with simple interventions and treated with low-cost, low-tech medication and care.