Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani. The bacteria usually enter the body through puncture wounds, cuts, or burns, particularly if the wound is contaminated with soil, dust, or animal feces. Tetanus is not spread from person to person, but even minor injuries can lead to infection.
HPV (Human Papillomavirus) Vaccine
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States. It spreads through direct contact with infected skin, most often during sexual activity. While many HPV infections resolve on their own without causing problems, persistent infection can lead to cancers, including cervical, anal, throat, and other genital cancers.
Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) Vaccine
The MMR vaccine provides protection against three serious viral diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella. It is one of the most important childhood vaccines and has played a major role in reducing outbreaks in the United States and around the world.
Whooping Cough Vaccine
Pertussis, commonly called whooping cough, is a highly contagious bacterial infection caused by Bordetella pertussis. It spreads easily from person to person through the air when an infected individual coughs or sneezes.
Shingles Vaccine
Both chickenpox and shingles are caused by the varicella-zoster virus. After a person has chickenpox, the virus does not fully leave the body. Instead, it remains inactive in the nerve cells and can reactivate years later as shingles.
RSV
The RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) vaccine helps protect against lower respiratory tract disease caused by RSV infection. RSV is a very common virus that typically causes mild, cold-like symptoms, but in certain groups it can lead to serious illness, hospitalization, or even death.
