how do you get pneumonia

It is inflammation of the lungs, and it is either caused by bacteria or a virus.

In other words, running around outside in the rain wo not do it. That is just a myth. You can not get bacteria or a virus from the rain, although that *can* weaken your immune system.

l didnt know before l read this question but l searched the net and found this fab site:

http://medicinenet.com/pneumonia/article.htm

hope it helps

Pneumonia is an inflammatory illness of the lung.[1] Frequently, it is described as lung parenchyma/alveolar inflammation & abnormal alveolar filling with fluid. The alveoli r microscopic air-filled sacs in the lungs responsible for absorbing oxygen from the atmosphere. Pneumonia can result from a variety of causes, including infection with bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites, & chemical or physical injury to the lungs. Its cause may also be officially described as idiopathic—that is, unknown—when infectious causes have been excluded.

Typical symptoms associated with pneumonia include cough, chest pain, fever, & difficulty in breathing. Diagnostic tools include x-rays & examination of the sputum. Treatment depends on the cause of pneumonia; bacterial pneumonia is treated with antibiotics.

Pneumonia is a common illness which occurs in all age groups, & is a leading cause of death among the elderly & people who r chronically & terminally ill. Vaccines to prevent certain types of pneumonia r available. The prognosis depends on the type of pneumonia, the appropriate treatment, any complications, & the person is underlying health

If pneumonia is suspected on the basis of a patient is symptoms & findings from physical examination, further investigations r needed to confirm the diagnosis. Information from a chest X-ray & blood tests r helpful, & sputum cultures in some cases. The chest X-ray is typically used for diagnosis in hospitals & some clinics with X-ray facilities. However, in a community setting (general practice), pneumonia is usually diagnosed based on symptoms & physical examination alone. Diagnosing pneumonia can be difficult in some people, especially those who have other illnesses. Occasionally a chest CT scan or other tests may be needed to distinguish pneumonia from other illnesses.

you can get it by standing out in the cold without the proper clothing or you can walk in the cold rain or you can just get from someone who has it

You're either old or have aids.

Its a disease or virus. which means you can it during common activities, or your born with it.