Childhood Immunizations: Td Vaccine
The Td vaccine is used as a booster immunization for adolescents and adults. It
prevents Diphtheria and Tetanus. See the chart below for more information on these
diseases.
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Diphtheria
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Diphtheria: Can result in damage to heart, kidney, and nerves, paralysis, &
respiratory problems.
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Tetanus |
Tetanus: Can cause severe muscle spasms that make it hard to breathe, heart problems.
Tetanus happens when the tetanus bacteria infects a wound.
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