Is bacterial pneumonia contagious?
Are you asking about pneumonia? If so, Yes, bacterial pneumonia is contagious. Thanks for using ChaCha!
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The viruses and bacteria that cause pneumonia are contagious and usually found in fluid from mouth or nose of an infected person.
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Pneumonia itself is not contagious, but the bacteria and viruses that sometimes cause pneumonia can be. Washing hands is a must.
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