Tetanus (lockjaw) is a dangerous nerve ailment caused by the toxin of a common bacteria, Clostridium tetani. You can find these bacterial spores everywhere, but mostly in soil. They're also found in ...

How Can I Prevent Tetanus? When you hear “tetanus,” you might relate it to stepping on a rusty nail; however, many injuries can lead to tetanus, and rust doesn’t need to be involved. Tetanus is a ...