Chamblee-Brookhaven DPT Vaccine Near You

AFC Chamblee-Brookhaven provides on-site DPT vaccines that protect against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (aka whooping cough). This is one of the most crucial vaccines that every child needs to protect against these horrible, yet easily preventable, diseases. This vaccine is administered as a series of 5 injections as your child ages.

To get your child's DPT vaccine schedule started, schedule your consultation now or walk right in!

What is Diphtheria?

Diphtheria is an infection that can lead to difficulty breathing, heart failure, or even death when left untreated. Typically, symptoms arise within a few days after infection and include:

• Thick gray membrane on the throat
• Sore throat
• Swollen lymph nodes
• Rapid or difficulty breathing
• Fever/chills
• Fatigue

What is Tetanus?

Tetanus, otherwise known as Lockjaw, is an infection that causes extreme and painful muscle contractions. Some people call it lockjaw because it can cause a person's neck/jaw muscles to lock up, making it difficult to swallow or open their mouth.

What is Pertussis (Whooping Cough)?

Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection that can lead to serious complications in infants, such as pneumonia, seizures, brain damage, and more. The symptoms of whooping cough take 7-10 days to surface after infection and include:

• Extreme fatigue
• Inhaling with a "whoop" sound
• Struggles with breathing

Get a DPT Vaccine at an Urgent Care Near You

AFC Urgent Care in Chamblee-Brookhaven is a state-of-the-art medical center with compassionate staff and top-notch equipment. With deep expertise, you can count on AFC Urgent Care to put your mind at ease. Schedule your DPT vaccine online today!