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Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
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                  Tetanus
Tetanus, commonly called lockjaw, is a bacterial disease that affects the nervous system. As a result of widespread immunization, tetanus is now a rare disease. The tetanus vaccine is the best protection against the disease.
- Tetanus Basics
 General information about tetanus, including symptoms, complications, vaccines, tests, and treatment.
- Tetanus Information for Health Professionals
 Information on tetanus for health professionals, including clinical features and epidemiology, how to report cases, vaccine information, and official recommendations.
- Tetanus Statistics
 Incidence of tetanus disease in Minnesota.
          Last Updated: 11/18/2022