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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 is an uncommon disease that requires immediate treatment ... It can lead to "locking" of the jaw. Diphtheria usually affects the nose and throat. But it ...
    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