Tetanus: Symptoms and Prevention

Tetanus still remains a health threat, with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recording hundreds of cases and 37 deaths over the past 15 years, in addition to four cases among children in 2024. The disease is caused by the bacterium "Clostridium tetani," which enters the body through contaminated wounds and produces toxins that attack the nervous system, leading to severe muscle spasms that can be life-threatening. Experts advise continued vaccination and seeking immediate medical care for deep or contaminated wounds to avoid infection.

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