Tetanus Risk Alert: Douglas County Health Department Urges Volunteers to Stay Safe after Tornado Devastation
Omaha, Nebraska – In the aftermath of Friday’s destructive tornados, the Douglas County Health Department is urging the thousands of volunteers stepping up to assist to prioritize their safety. With areas of Douglas County left devastated by the violent storms, the risk of tetanus has significantly increased, according to Health Director Lindsay Huse. Huse emphasized the importance of volunteers ensuring they have an up-to-date tetanus vaccination, which should be valid for at least 10 years …