When Did You Get Your Last Tetanus Shot?


Updated 10/14/11 11:48 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 26 comments

When Did You Get Your Last Tetanus Shot?

Do you remember getting a tetanus shot as a kid? They were so painful. When explaining why a tetanus shot is important, people always mention stepping on a rusty nail. Apparently rusty nails aren't the only things to worry about. Tetanus is a disease caused by bacteria that live in dust, animal waste, or soil. If you get a cut, burn, splinter, puncture, insect bite, or any other break in your Read more

When Did You Get Your Last Tetanus Shot?


Updated 12/20/11 5:48 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 15 comments

Tetanus Shots Are Recommended Every 10 Years

Do you remember getting a tetanus shot as a kid? They were so painful. When explaining why a tetanus shot is important, people always mention stepping on a rusty nail. Apparently rusty nails aren't the only things to worry about. Tetanus is a disease caused by bacteria that live in dust, animal waste, or soil. If you get a cut, burn, splinter, puncture, insect bite, or any other break in your Read more