American journal of public health
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Although maternal tetanus immunization has been shown to be highly effective in the prevention of neonatal tetanus, unresolved questions remain concerning the required minimum number of doses and the resulting duration of effective immunity. This study examined the duration of effective immunity against neonatal tetanus provided by maternal tetanus immunization. ⋯ The data demonstrate that a limited-dose regimen of maternal tetanus toxoid provides significant and extended protection against the risk of neonatal tetanus death.
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State estimates of household exposure to firearms, loaded firearms, and handguns, 1991 through 1995.
Variations among states in household exposure to firearms, loaded firearms, and handguns were examined. ⋯ Important variations among states exist in the prevalence of adults and children living in households with firearms, loaded firearms, and handguns.