Global Tetanus

Updated March 22, 2022

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Tetanus can only be prevented by vaccination. Worldwide, 79 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.

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About Tetanus

About Tetanus, Transmission and Prevention

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Why CDC is Involved

Health and Monetary Costs of Tetanus

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What CDC is Doing

Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus Elimination

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Data and Statistics

Fast Facts, Scientific Publications

Baby being held by a woman, Nigeria 2021.

Woman holds infant who will receive a pentavalent vaccine that contains diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, and haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib). Nigeria, 2021.

Page last reviewed: March 22, 2022
Content source: Global Immunization