Caused by the group A streptococcus bacteria, strep throat is an infection that requires prompt treatment, particularly in children over the age of 3.
Meningitis is inflammation of the brain and spinal cord membranes, usually caused by an infection. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
A type of bacterium, Clostridium difficile (C. diff), causes one of the most common health care-associated infections in the United States.
Meningiomas are tumors commonly found in the membranes surrounding the brain and the spinal cord. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Sexually transmitted infections are caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can spread through sexual contact.
Parasitic diseases are infections caused by organisms that are often microscopic. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
There are all sorts of ways to get an infectious disease—from people and animals, to eating contaminated foods, to environmental exposure.
Tuberculosis is highly contagious and can be deadly. Learn about symptoms and treatment.