Diphtheria and pertussis spread from person to person.

We also discuss the possible side effects of the tetanus shot, its effectiveness, and the vaccine schedule.

Webtetanus shots help prevent a serious bacterial infection.

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Webtdap vaccine can prevent tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis.

The dtap series is given to children.

Tetanus enters the body through cuts or.

Webthe tetanus shot, also called the tdap vaccine, protects against tetanus by making sure the body has plenty of antibodies to fight the bacteria that cause it.

Webthe td (tetanus booster) vaccine can protect against tetanus and diphtheria and has been used for many years as booster doses for adolescents and adults.

Webadults should get a tetanus booster shot every 10 years.

Weblearn more about when and where to get a tetanus shot.

You get the shot in your upper arm or thigh.

The shot is safe, and serious complications are very rare.

Webvaccines to prevent tetanus are included in routine childhood vaccines and in booster shots given to adolescents and adults.

Webtetanus shots help prevent a serious bacterial infection.

Learn more about the tetanus vaccine including who should get one and how long it lasts at walgreens.

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Learn more about the tetanus vaccine including who should get one and how long it lasts at walgreens.