Tetanus
Tetanus
Tetanus (sometimes called lock-jaw) is a disease caused by the bacteria Cilostridium tetani. Toxin made by the bacteria attacks a person's nervous system. Although the disease is fairly uncommon now, it is a severe disease that can result in serious illness and death. Tetanus vaccination protects against the disease.
Notification
Tetanus is a notifiable disease in NSW and must be reported by hospitals and schools by mail or phone to the local Public Health Unit (PHU) as soon as possible after diagnosis.
Select your local PHU to obtain the correct notification form and notify your local PHU.