Fact Sheets

Pediatric Sepsis: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
The immune system’s response to an infection can sometimes spin out of control, leading to a life-threatening condition called sepsis. Babies, children, and adolescents can develop sepsis.
Measles: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Measles is one of the world’s most contagious diseases, and it can be especially dangerous for children under age 5 or for those with weakened immune systems.
Meningitis: An Overview
Meningitis (inflammation of the protective membrane covering the brain and spinal cord) can be dangerous. Quick, accurate diagnosis is crucial.
Influenza (flu)
A common virus that often spreads during the wintertime, the flu can become a serious condition, especially for the elderly.
Sepsis: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
While sepsis and septic shock can be fatal, many patients can make a complete recovery if they are diagnosed and treated early with antibiotics, intravenous fluids, and blood pressure support
Fevers in Infants Under 3 Months
Because infants are vulnerable to infection with their still-developing immune systems, fevers during the first months of life are taken seriously.
Strep throat
Caused by the group A streptococcus bacteria, strep throat is an infection that requires prompt treatment, particularly in children over the age of 3.
Tick-Borne Illnesses
If you are bitten by a tick, there's no need to panic. Tick-borne illnesses such as Lyme disease can be treated effectively if caught early.
Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Guillain-Barré syndrome is a neurological condition in which the immune system attacks healthy nerve cells.
Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis is highly contagious and can be deadly. Accurate, quick and efficient laboratory diagnosis helps protect patients and others.