Rusty nails are famously associated with tetanus, but the disease is actually caused by bacteria, and doesn’t have anything specifically to do with rust. Here’s your primer on what tetanus is, and how ...

Tetanus shots prevent dangerous infections. Both children and adults should stay up-to-date on their tetanus shots and boosters. A tetanus shot is a vaccine that protects you from getting tetanus.

Dear Dr. K: What is tetanus? And why do I need a tetanus booster shot? Dear Reader: When I graduated from medical school, I assumed I would never see a patient suffering from tetanus. It had become ...

Q: What is tetanus? A: Tetanus is a rare but serious disorder of the nervous system which causes painful spasm and cramping of muscles. The jaw muscles are frequently involved (hence, the term ...

Explore why tetanus, unlike other diseases, evades eradication due to its unique environmental persistence and immunity ...

Q: What is tetanus? And why do I need a tetanus booster shot? A: When I graduated from medical school, I assumed I would never see a patient suffering from tetanus. It had become unusual since tetanus ...

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 ...

There has been a 95% decline in U.S. tetanus cases over the last 77 years, but as vaccination rates slip and climate change-related natural disasters increase, the annual tetanus case count is rising, ...

People who may have been injured in flood cleanup efforts can get a free tetanus booster shot Friday. The South Dakota Department of Health is offering tetanus booster shots to residents and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bruce Y. Lee, M.D., MBA, covers health, medicine, wellness and science Hello tetanus, my old friend. Didn't Darla Shine tweet that ...