A very heart-wrenching incident has come to light from a private school in Kanpur. Actually, a 9 year old child resident of Rawatpur, Kanpur died after receiving diphtheria vaccine. The child’s family says that the child was absolutely fine after getting the vaccine. But due to doctor’s negligence he died.
Types of diphtheria vaccines
There are three types of vaccines that protect against diphtheria:
DTAP: A combination vaccine that protects against diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis. It is given to infants and children below 7 years of age.
TDAP: A combination vaccine that protects against tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis. It is given to older children and adults.
TD: A combination vaccine that protects against tetanus and diphtheria.
vaccination program
Young children get a series of five shots, and most people get a booster shot every 10 years after age 12. The CDC recommends that all adolescents receive one dose of Tdap between the ages of 11 and 12. Diphtheria vaccines protect children and adults from a disease called diphtheria. Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that causes severe inflammation. This can lead to pneumonia, lung failure, paralysis and even death.
diphtheria vaccine
Diphtheria vaccine is a toxoid vaccine that helps prevent diphtheria. Bacterial infection can cause heart failure, paralysis, difficulty breathing, or death. The vaccine is safe and effective, and has helped reduce the number of diphtheria cases globally by more than 90% since 1980.
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Diphtheria side effects
Most people who get diphtheria vaccine do not have serious problems, but there is a possibility of side effects. These are usually mild and resolve on their own in a few days.
Serious symptoms visible on the body due to diphtheria vaccine. Call 9-1-1 if symptoms of an allergic reaction occur, such as hives, swelling of the face and throat, difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, dizziness, or weakness.
Reporting Adverse Reactions
You can report adverse reactions to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) by calling 1-800-822-7967 or visiting the VAERS website.
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