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The World Health Organization estimates that about 280,000 people die of tetanus each year.

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How many people are infected by tetanus a year?

Every year as many as 70 cases of tetanus causing about 15 deaths are reported. In 2005, 27 cases of tetanus were reported in the United States. This statistic is from a web page from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Mostly the people who die are elderly with other problems.


How many people does clostridium tetani killed?

Clostridium tetani or tetanus bacteria are usually found in soil, dust, and manure. Tetanus bacteria claims over one million people each year.


Can you die of tetanus in your sleep?

yes


How many cells are in tetanus?

Tetanus is a one-celled organism.


Anti tetanus serum is also known as?

Anti-tetanus serum is also known as tetanus immune globlulin. In the US, commercial brands available include HyperTet and BayTet. Blood from people who have been immunized with tetanus vaccine is processed to get the tetanus antibodies, which is injected to prevent tetanus in an un-immunized person.


How many tetanus shots?

one


Is tetanus required for sheep?

Yes, because they can get really sick and die if you don`t vaccinate it. They can give it to other people and it is just so gross.


What country is tetanus found in?

Tetanus was discovered by Arthur Nicolair in 1884.


How many days it can protect the person injected with anti tetanus serum against tetanus?

10 years, then you have to get another one.


What is the medical term for tetnus?

Tetanus is the medical term for the viral infection people call lockjaw. It is the same one that you get a tetanus shot to help prevent.


How do you prevent tetanus in horses what vaccinations are given to the horse how is it caused in horses?

Tetanus is caused by infections in cuts and not only horses can get it but all animals, including people. You can buy tetanus shots, a lot like worming pastes but it prevents and helps treat tetanus. Consult your local equine vet for more information.


What the difference between tetanus and tig?

Tetanus is a disease that affects the muscles and the respiratory system. The difference between tetanus and TIG or tetanus immunoglobulin is that the latter is a form of preventative vaccine for tetanus.