A Sydney woman in her 80s died earlier this month from tetanus, acquired from a minor leg wound
is urging people to get vaccinated for tetanus after three recent cases in NSW, including the first death in 30 years.
The director of communicable diseases, Dr Christine Selvey, said older Australians in particular should ensure they are up to date with their tetanus jab. “Tetanus is a rare, but potentially fatal disease. Vaccination is the best protection,” Selvey said on Thursday. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundupA Sydney woman in her 80s died on 1 April from tetanus, following two other recent cases – another woman in her 80s from Sydney as well as a woman in her 70s from northern NSW.“This serves as a reminder for all older Australians to check their tetanus vaccination status,” Selvey said.
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