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Results 1 - 6 of 6 for diphtheria
  1. Diphtheria (National Library of Medicine)  
    Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection. You can catch it from a person who has the infection ... as a toy, that has bacteria on it. Diphtheria usually affects the nose and throat. Symptoms include: ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/diphtheria.html - Health Topics
  2. Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis Vaccines (National Library of Medicine)  
    Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough) are serious bacterial infections. Tetanus causes painful tightening of the muscles, usually all ... It can lead to "locking" of the jaw. Diphtheria usually affects the nose and throat. Whooping cough ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/tetanusdiphtheriaandpertussisvaccines.html - Health Topics
  3. Whooping Cough (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... These vaccines also provide protection against tetanus and diphtheria. Babies and other people at high risk serious ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/whoopingcough.html - Health Topics
  4. Infections and Pregnancy (National Library of Medicine)  
    During pregnancy, some common infections like the common cold or a skin infection do not usually cause serious problems. But other infections can be dangerous ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/infectionsandpregnancy.html - Health Topics
  5. Tetanus (National Library of Medicine)  
    Tetanus is a serious illness caused by Clostridium bacteria. The bacteria live in soil, saliva, dust, and manure. The bacteria can enter the body through a deep ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/tetanus.html - Health Topics
  6. Vaccines (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... the flu and COVID-19 Bacteria, including tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis What are the types of vaccines? ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/vaccines.html - Health Topics