Diphtheria Vaccination

Pronounced (dif-THEER-ee-a)

Diphtheria causes a thick covering in the back of the throat. It can lead to breathing problems, paralysis, heart failure, and even death. There are several combination vaccines used to prevent diphtheria: DTaP, Tdap, DT, and Td.

What Everyone Should Know
Basic information for people interested in the vaccine
Information for Healthcare Professionals
Vaccine recommendations and contraindications; composition, dosage, and administration; handling and storage

Pertussis
Tetanus
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Syndicated Content Details:
Source URL: http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd-vac/diphtheria/default.htm
Source Agency: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Captured Date: 2016-05-23 23:03:14.0

Diphtheria Vaccination

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