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TETANUS AND DIPHTHERIA VACCINE (Td)
The Broadmoor Medical Clinic can offer your employees cost-effective Tetanus vaccinations at our Colorado Springs location. We can also provide on-site Tetanus Vaccination Clinics if you have a request for 20 or more employees. Please contact our clinic @ 719-527-1728 or download a Tetanus Vaccination Request Form and upon completion fax return to 719-527-1749.
What is Tetanus and Diphtheria?
Tetanus (lockjaw) and diphtheria are serious diseases. Tetanus is caused by a germ that enters the body through a cut or wound. Diphtheria spreads when germs pass
from an infected person to the nose or throat of others.
Tetanus causes serious, painful spasms of all muscles. It can lead to "locking" of the jaw so the patient cannot open his or her mouth or swallow
Diphtheria causes a thick coating in the nose, throat, or airway. It can lead to:
- breathing problems
- heart failure
- paralysis
- death
Tetanus and Diphtheria Vaccinations
Vaccination is the best way to protect against tetanus and diphtheria, Because of vaccination, there are many fewer cases of these diseases. Cases are rare in children
because most get DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis), DTdP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, and acellular Pertussis), or DT (Diphtheria and Tetanus) vaccines. There would be many
more cases if we stopped vaccinating people.
When should you get Td vaccine?
Td is made for people 7 years of age and older.
People who have not gotten at least 3 doses of any tetanus and diphtheria vaccine (DTP, DTaP or DT) during their lifetime should do so using Td. After a person gets
the third dose, a Td dose is needed every 10 years all through life.
Other vaccines may be given at the same time as Td.
Tell your doctor or nurse if the person getting the vaccine:
- ever had a serious allergic reaction or other problem with Td, or any other tetanus and diphtheria vaccine (DTP, DTaP or DT)
- now has a moderate or severe illness
- is pregnant
If you are not sure, ask your doctor or nurse.
This text provided here is taken directly from http://www.cdc.gov
Download Tetanus Vaccination Information (pdf)
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