Learn that Tdap stands for tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis and how each may be contracted and affect the body. Understand that vaccination is best for staying protected and that you may receive a Td booster for tetanus and diphtheria every ten years.
Learn that Td stands for tetanus and diphtheria and how each may enter and affect the body. Understand that the best way to continually protect yourself from both tetanus and diphtheria is to get the booster every 10 years.
An IV delivers fluids and medicine to the body. Unfortunately, they can also result in a serious infection if not maintained properly. Health care professionals, patients and their families must all work together to prevent these dangerous conditions.
Bloodstream Infections can be a life-threatening complication during a hospital stay. Patients are an important part of the teamwork necessary for prevention. Learn how infections in the bloodstream occur and what can patients can do to help prevent them.
