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In 2015, 12 cases of tetanus were reported in Poland, with four fatalities, primarily affecting individuals over 69 years old. Tetanus remains a preventable disease, posing a significant threat to the elderly.

Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Tetanus incidence shows a slight decline in the 21st century.
  • Despite declining trends, fatal tetanus cases are reported annually.
  • Tetanus is an environmentally acquired infectious disease linked to wound contamination.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present epidemiological surveillance data for tetanus in Poland for the year 2015.
  • To provide a snapshot of tetanus occurrence and characteristics in a specific year.

Main Methods:

  • Data collection from individual tetanus case forms submitted to the NIZP-PZH Epidemiology Department.
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