tetanus

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The Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis vaccine can prevent infections and reduce the likelihood of severe disease.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Tetanus gives you about 10 years of cover, while flu vaccines need updating every year.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2022

Tetanus is caused by a bacterium that is prevalent in earth and leaves.

From Washington Post • Mar. 20, 2019

Tetanus enters the body through a cut or scratch, while diphtheria and whooping cough spread through secretions from sneezing or coughing.

From US News • Apr. 6, 2015

Tetanus, or lockjaw, is not communicable except by inoculation.

From Essays In Pastoral Medicine by ?Malley, Austin