DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis vaccine)

The DTP vaccine is a combination immunization that protects against three serious bacterial diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (whooping cough). It works by stimulating your body's immune system to recognize and fight these bacteria if encountered later. Diphtheria can cause severe breathing problems, tetanus leads to painful muscle stiffness, and pertussis results in severe coughs. The vaccine is typically given in childhood in multiple doses to build lifelong protection. Committing to follow-up doses ensures continued immunity, helping prevent these potentially dangerous illnesses and maintaining community health.