The tetanus vaccine protects people who may come into contact with the bacteria that cause tetanus. As with any vaccine, the tetanus shot can lead to the possibility of some side effects.

Nineteen-year-old Joe Heck in his Selden home with his mother, Elena, a nurse practitioner, on March 20. He needs a walker to ...

What is Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis? Tetanus is caused by a germ that enters the body through a cut or a wound. Tetanus (Lockjaw) causes painful tightening of the muscles all over the body and ...

Considering taking supplements to treat tetanus? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of tetanus. Follow the links to read common uses, side effects ...

Use the growth medium to grow new copies of the Clostridium tetani bacteria. With a toxoid vaccine, the goal is to condition the immune system to combat not an invading virus or bacteria but ...

• Tetanus is a serious risk in dogs and can be fatal. • Learn to recognize the symptoms of tetanus in dogs. • What to do if you suspect your dog has tetanus. Tetanus, also called lockjaw, is ...