Tetanus following Guboow complications of Somali traditional burn therapy: a case report

This case underscores the dangers of unsafe traditional healing practices and highlights the critical role of vaccination in tetanus prevention. There is an urgent need for culturally tailored public health education and collaboration with traditional healers to reduce the health risks associated with these unsafe practices. Further research is essential to assess the impact of traditional healing methods on infectious disease outcomes.

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Journal of Medical Case Reports
Published
2025-10-21
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-025-05607-2
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1
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Diphtheria, Corynebacterium, and Tetanus
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Tetanus following Guboow complications of Somali traditional burn therapy: a case report

Najib Isse Dirie, R Mohamed, Mohamed Mustaf Ahmed, Mulki Mukhtar Hassan
1 citations
Journal of Medical Case Reports
Diphtheria, Corynebacterium, and Tetanus
1.80
article

Tetanus following Guboow complications of Somali traditional burn therapy: a case report

Najib Isse Dirie, R Mohamed, Mohamed Mustaf Ahmed, Mulki Mukhtar Hassan
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Abstract

This case underscores the dangers of unsafe traditional healing practices and highlights the critical role of vaccination in tetanus prevention. There is an urgent need for culturally tailored public health education and collaboration with traditional healers to reduce the health risks associated with these unsafe practices. Further research is essential to assess the impact of traditional healing methods on infectious disease outcomes.

Journal of Medical Case ReportsVol. 19(1)
SIMAD University (SO)
Openalex Percentile: Top 13%
Diphtheria, Corynebacterium, and Tetanus
1.80
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