What you need to know about tetanus: symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
What you need to know about the cause of tetanus infection.
Tetanus vaccination is recommended for people of all ages.
For Professionals
Tetanus: Cause, transmission, risk factors, and disease severity.
Description of the clinical types, features, and complications of tetanus.
Tetanus is a medical emergency requiring hospitalization, multiple medications, and supportive care.
CDC tracks tetanus cases nationally. Tetanus cases are sporadic in the United States.
Tetanus can lead to serious illness and death, especially in newborns.
Guidance
Wound care guidance to minimize the risk of tetanus.