Global Tetanus Vaccination

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Global Impact of Tetanus

Tetanus can lead to serious illness and death, especially in newborns.
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What CDC is Doing in Global Tetanus Vaccination

CDC works with partners to prevent tetanus through vaccination, especially among mothers and babies.
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Why CDC is Working to Prevent Tetanus Globally

Maternal and neonatal tetanus remains a major public health problem around the world.
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Fast Facts: Global Tetanus Vaccination

Global tetanus vaccination programs have greatly reduced newborn deaths in the last 30 years.