A chromosome (from Greek: ÏÏá¿¶Î¼Î± color and Ïá¿¶Î¼Î± body) is a packaged and organized structure containing most of the DNA of a living organism.
Diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis are prevented by a childhood vaccine, called DTaP, and a newer vaccine for adolescents and adults, called Tdap.
Tetanus vaccine can help prevent tetanus disease, commonly known as lockjaw.. Tetanus is a serious disease that causes painful tightening of the muscles, usually all over the body. It can lead to locking of the jaw so the person cannot open his mouth or swallow.