Tetanus Vaccine Available at Jewel-Osco Pharmacy

With the warmer weather and people spending more time outdoors, it's important to remind everyone to stay up to date with their tetanus vaccines. 

Tetanus is a serious disease caused by Clostridium tetani bacteria present in the soil which can enter the body through a break in the skin.  Infection can lead to muscle spasms, lockjaw, and seizures and can even be fatal in some cases.

However, tetanus is easily preventable.  Jewel-Osco Pharmacy can provide a vaccine that prevents tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough) to those older than 14 years of age.  Adults should receive a booster shot every 10 years, or sooner if you ever had a pertussis vaccine.

The tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap) vaccine is available at Jewel-Osco Pharmacy located at 7329 S. Cass Avenue in Darien with no appointment needed.

Call (630) 852-0070 or visit www.jeweloscopharmacies.com for more details.  Pharmacy hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., and Sunday 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.