First tetanus death in NSW since 1993 prompts urgent vaccination call

A Sydney woman in her 80s died earlier this month from tetanus, acquired from a minor leg wound

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NSW Health is urging people to get vaccinated for tetanus after three recent cases in NSW, including the first death in 30 years.

The director of communicable diseases, Dr Christine Selvey, said older Australians in particular should ensure they are up to date with their tetanus jab.

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