- Rabies Vaccine
- Tetanus Vaccine
The rabies vaccine is a crucial vaccination that helps prevent rabies, a viral disease that can be fatal if left untreated. Rabies primarily affects the nervous system and is most commonly transmitted through the bite or scratch of an infected animal. The rabies vaccine is designed to provide immunity against the rabies virus. It is typically given after exposure to a potentially rabid animal (post-exposure prophylaxis, or PEP), but it can also be administered before potential exposure (pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP), particularly for people at higher risk of being exposed to rabies.
The tetanus vaccine is a vaccination that helps protect against tetanus. Tetanus is a disease caused by the toxin produced by the Clostridium tetani bacteria. The bacteria are commonly found in soil, dust, and animal feces. When these bacteria enter the body through a wound or injury, they produce a toxin that disrupts the normal function of nerves, leading to painful muscle contractions, especially in the jaw (often referred to as “lockjaw”), neck, and other parts of the body.
If untreated, tetanus can cause severe complications, including respiratory failure, fractures, and death. However, tetanus is entirely preventable through vaccination.
