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Humans are exposed to thousands of pathogens every day. The immune system is continuously working to protect us against them, and its activity goes unnoticed. Vaccination helps the body’s immune system recognise and combat threats.

Vaccination results in the development of immunity similar to that of an infectious disease. This means that the human body is able to eradicate harmful micro-organisms before they multiply en mass when later exposed to the disease. This is how vaccination prevents the spread of infections.

The need for vaccination depends on a number of factors:

  • which infectious diseases the person has already had
  • which vaccinations they have already had
  • what their work-related risks are
  • whether there are dangerous disease outbreaks in Estonia
  • where they plan to travel in the near future

For any questions about vaccinations, please contact your Confido family doctor or general practitioner, who will arrange new vaccinations for you, if needed.

Vaccination against diphtheria and tetanus

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Diphtheria, also known as throat diphtheria, is an acute bacterial infectious disease. The disease is transmitted through direct contact from person to person as well as through droplet transmission when coughing or sneezing. It typically affects the upper respiratory tract or the skin. In general, inflammation (swelling) occurs in the respiratory tract, causing breathing difficulties and, in rare cases, suffocation.

Tetanus, also known as lockjaw, is a bacterial infectious disease characterised by generalised muscle spasms. Tetanus bacteria enter the body through cuts, scratches or wounds on the skin. Tetanus is characterised by increased muscle tone and spasms.

As part of the national immunisation schedule, starting from April 2025, adults will be able to get vaccinated against diphtheria and tetanus free of charge. According to the recommendation of the Health Board, adults should receive a booster vaccination every ten years to ensure lasting immune protection against these serious diseases.

 

The service is available to adults from the age of 19 who have an Estonian personal identification code.

Locations

Confido Medical Centre
Veerenni 51, Tallinn
Rocca Al Mare Walk-in clinic
Paldiski maantee 102, Tallinn
Confido Tartu Raatuse Clinic
Raatuse 21, Tartu
Viru Walk-in clinic
4th floor, Viru Väljak 4/6, Tallinn

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