Fact Sheets

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
The total combined cases of reported chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis reached the highest number ever in the United States in 2015, according to the CDC.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) impairs the immune system by infecting certain immune cells.
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.
Meningitis: An Overview
Meningitis (inflammation of the protective membrane covering the brain and spinal cord) can be dangerous. Quick, accurate diagnosis is crucial.
Lyme Disease
Lyme disease was discovered by Yale physicians. Patients here benefit from advanced, multidisciplinary treatments for this complex condition.
Herpes Simplex
Genital herpes is likely the most feared and least understood sexually transmitted infection (STI). There is no cure, so people infected with herpes have it forever.
Parasitic Diseases
Parasites cause a wide range of diseases, from malaria to giardiasis to toxoplasmosis. Laboratory tests are required for diagnosis and to guide treatment.
COVID-19
COVID-19 is the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2, the 2019 novel coronavirus.
Influenza (flu)
A common virus that often spreads during the wintertime, the flu can become a serious condition, especially for the elderly.
Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis is highly contagious and can be deadly. Accurate, quick and efficient laboratory diagnosis helps protect patients and others.