‘Remember to Vaccinate’: Tetanus Shot Reminder After Recent Aussie Death

Tetanus, a serious infection caused by a bacteria often found in soil, has taken the life of an Australian woman, the first in 30 years. Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images

Following three recent tetanus cases including the first death in 30 years of an Australian woman, the government is urging people to be up to date with their tetanus vaccinations and alert them to the severity of the disease.

Director of Communicable Diseases Christine Selvey said that the disease is particularly dangerous for the elderly.