Invasive Pneumococcal Disease (IPD)

Invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) is an infection caused by a type of bacteria called Streptococcus pneumoniae. It can cause pneumonia, bloodstream infections, or meningitis.

Resources for the Public

• CDC's Invasive pneumococcal disease webpage

Resources for Schools and Childcare

A case of invasive pneumococcal disease in a childcare facility often causes concern among parents. Though no contact investigation is needed, CDPHE has developed a notification letter ( Pneumococcal exposure letter ) to inform parents of childcare attendees if necessary. Sample notification letters 

• Infectious Diseases in Child Care and School Settings    

Resources for Public Health Professionals

Although disease control measures are not routinely required for reported cases of invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD), some follow-up for the purpose of collecting relevant epidemiologic information is needed for cases < 5 years of age. For more information, please see:

• Investigating pneumococcal disease web page

• Pneumococcal Disease chapter of the CDC Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases (Pink Book)

• ABCs case report form   

• Pneumococcal exposure letter  

Data and Statistics

• Reported Cases of Vaccine Preventable Disease in Colorado

  Vaccine Preventable Disease Surveillance Report, 2011