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How to tell if i am at risk of tetanus?
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Answered 12/10/2013
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Tetanus risk.: If you have an open wound that occurred when outside or has been in contact with soil or there is a puncture wound these are higher risk for tetanus. If it has been > 10 years since your last tetanus shot or you don't know when it was - that also ^'s risk.
Answered 11/11/2017
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