Global Tetanus
Updated February 24, 2023
Tetanus can only be prevented by vaccination. Worldwide, 75 million women and their babies remain unprotected against maternal and neonatal tetanus. CDC works with partners to support the achievement and maintenance of maternal and neonatal tetanus elimination (MNTE) and prevent tetanus throughout the lifespan.
About Tetanus
About Tetanus, Transmission and Prevention
Why CDC is Involved
Health and Monetary Costs of Tetanus
What CDC is Doing
Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus Elimination
Data and Statistics
Fast Facts, Scientific Publications
Woman holds infant who will receive a pentavalent vaccine that contains diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, and haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib). Nigeria, 2021.
