Tetanus is a serious infection that causes mus­cle stiffness and spasms. It is sometimes called “lockjaw” because muscle spasms can clench the jaw shut. Tetanus is caused by bac­teria (germs ...

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Adults age 50 years or older account for 70 percent of tetanus infections. [6] A recent study found two-thirds of older adults may lack adequate immunity to tetanus. [7] Adults over age 60 may ...

Medicare Parts B and D provide cover for certain tetanus shots, depending on the type of plan a person has. There are options to help reduce out-of-pocket costs or get the vaccine for free.

Although tetanus infection is rare, it can be very serious or even fatal. The best way to prevent infection is to be vaccinated prior to exposure, which is why all adults should receive tetanus ...

The tetanus shot is such a vaccine. Tetanus is a disease caused by toxins created by the bacteria Clostridium tetani. The vaccine conditions the body's immune system to eliminate these toxins.

Staphylococcus is a common splinter-related infection. Keep an eye out for visible streaks on the skin, fever, or chills. Tetanus is caused by Clostridium tetani, another risky bacteria.

A 38-year-old dairy farmer from Kerala’s Kannur lost his right hand after a bacterial infection from a fish bite turned ...