Q: When my cat was injured outdoors, his veterinarian boosted his rabies vaccination, in case a rabid animal had inflicted the wound, but did not administer a tetanus shot. When I cut myself in the ...
A tetanus shot lasts for 10 years, and adults should get a booster every 10 years. You need a tetanus booster shot sooner if you get a deep or dirty cut and it's been more than 5 years since your last ...
MSN: Do Kids Need a Tetanus Shot After Every Injury? Find Out Here
When your child sustains a cut, scrape, or puncture wound, as parents the first instinct is to ask, 'Do they need a tetanus shot?' As per the expert, it's a valid question since tetanus is a ...
Do Kids Need a Tetanus Shot After Every Injury? Find Out Here
Oregonian: Dear Doctor: Dirty wound has gardener searching for date of last tetanus shot
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was gardening and stabbed myself in the arm with pruning shears over the weekend. It just occurred to me yesterday that I’m not sure how long it’s been since I got my booster shot ...
Dear Doctor: Dirty wound has gardener searching for date of last tetanus shot
MSN: Orthopaedic surgeon explains if you need a tetanus shot after getting hurt by a rusted or iron object
Often, when we are hurt by an iron object, we rush to the doctor to receive a tetanus shot to protect ourselves. However, in some cases, the doctor may advise against getting it. Therefore, it is ...