Got a tetanus shot about 9 months ago because of an injury, but I got hurt again today. Do I have to get another tetanus injection, or am I still covered from the last one?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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No, after the initial tetanus vaccination series, a booster shot is only required once every 5-10 years.

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