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Tetanus Toxoid Immunization of Adults: A Continuing Need
Abstract
In recent years in the United States tetanus has become a disease primarily of adults; there were about five times more tetanus deaths in the 35 years and older age group than for persons 1 to 34 years of age. The mean age at death, excluding neonates, has risen from 25 years in previous years to over 50 years in the late 1960's. Data strongly suggest the need for improved immunization of adults. A schedule for such immunization is provided.
Article and Author Information
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▸From the Bacterial Diseases Branch, Epidemiology Program, National Communicable Disease Center, Health Services and Mental Health Administration, Public Health Service, U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, Atlanta, Ga.
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▸Requests for reprints should be addressed to Thomas M. Buchanan, M.D., Special Pathogens Section, Bacterial Diseases Branch, Epidemiology Program, National Communicable Disease Center, Atlanta, Ga. 30333
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- Received June 22, 1970.
- Accepted July 2, 1970.
