Pneumonia in Europe: Signs, Prevention, and Simple Ways to Stay Safe

Pneumonia is a serious illness. It affects your lungs and makes it hard to breathe. Anyone can get pneumonia. But it is more common in the winter, especially in countries like the UK, Canada, and many parts of Europe. Let’s learn about this illness in very simple words. What Is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection in your lungs. Your lungs get filled with sticky water and it gets hard to breathe. This makes it hard for you to breathe. You feel weak, cough again and again, and your chest can hurt. Different tiny germs like bacteria, viruses, or fungus can lead to pneumonia. H2 Who Gets Pneumonia Easily? Some people get pneumonia more easily than others. These include: Babies and small children Older people (age 65 and above) People with weak immune systems People who smoke People who already have asthma or other lung diseases H2 How Does Pneumonia Spread? Pneumonia can spread from one person to ...