Pow Wow. The term powwow is the white manâs version of the Indian word âpau-wauâ which originally stood for a healing ceremony conducted by the spiritual or religious leaders of various tribes.
Tetanus vaccines prevent lockjaw, a disease of horrible muscle spasms that is generally fatal. If you have already been properly vaccinated within the last 10 years, then you are probably protected unless the puncture wound is profoundly contaminated--prompting a need for a booster vaccine in 5 years. The symptoms of tetanus can occur as quickly as 3 days, although the average is 8 days. In brief: Not long.
Quick Answer. A tetanus shot series is given at 2, 4 and 6 months of age, notes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Boosters are given at 15 to 18 months old, 4 to 6 years old and 11 to 18 years old. A booster every 10 years thereafter is recommended.