Tetanus is a very serious, life-threatening infection, which damages the nervous system and is caused by bacteria in the environment, for example in soil. Tetanus toxoid immunization is the best protection against tetanus for the woman and her baby. Therefore, it is very important for her to be immunized according to the schedule on her card, and to bring her card to every antenatal care visit.

A health professional is about to give a tetanus injection to a pregnant woman who is holding up her sleeve in anticipation

Make sure all pregnant women are immunized against tetanus.

Last modified: Wednesday, 16 July 2014, 6:35 PM