Bacterial & Viral Infections

• Tick Removal: A Step-by-Step Guide

  It’s important to remove a tick as soon as possible. Follow these steps.

• Tonsillitis

  Tonsillitis is an infection that makes tonsils swollen and red. It can cause a sore throat, fever, and trouble swallowing.

• Toxic Shock Syndrome

  Toxic shock syndrome is a serious but uncommon bacterial infection. TSS is a medical emergency – symptoms include sudden high fever, a faint feeling, diarrhea, headache, and muscle aches.

• Toxic Synovitis

  Read about this temporary inflammation of the hip joint that affects young children.

• Tuberculosis in Kids and Teens

  Tuberculosis (TB) is making a comeback. Find out who’s at risk, what to watch for, and how doctors treat TB.

• Understanding COVID-19

  Looking for information about COVID-19? Our articles and videos explain what the virus is, ways to prevent it from spreading, how to talk to kids about it, how to care for someone who is sick, and much more.

• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

  Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in kids. They’re easy to treat and usually clear up in a week or so.

• Using Insect Repellents Safely

  Most bug bites are harmless, but some can cause illness. Here’s how to use insect repellents safely.

• Walking Pneumonia in Kids: Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment

  When it seems like a cold is lasting longer than 7-10 days and a cough is getting worse, it could be walking pneumonia. Learn more here.

• Warts

  Many of us have had a wart somewhere on our bodies at some time. But other than being a nuisance, most warts are harmless.