Fact Sheets

Asthma
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Dyspnea with Advanced Cancers
Dyspnea is a medical term that describes shortness of breath, and a feeling of starving for oxygen. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Coronavirus
Coronavirus is a term describes a family of viruses, common in both animals and humans.
Preparing for Dialysis (AV Fistula)
An AV fistula is a procedure that connects an artery to a vein in preparation for dialysis. Learn about this procedure.
Long COVID (Post-COVID Conditions, PCC)
Long COVID refers to new or recurring symptoms that occur four or more weeks after an infection with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
COVID-19
COVID-19 is the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2, the 2019 novel coronavirus.
Pediatric Respiratory Failure
Pediatric acute respiratory failure is an emergency. It can be serious, even life-threatening, but most children recover without chronic illness.
Sepsis
Sepsis is a condition caused by an overwhelming immune response to an infection in the body. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Pediatric Sepsis
Sepsis is a severe inflammatory response in the body that can cause tissue damage and organ failure. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Colds: How to Prevent Them
The common cold is probably the most universal illness. It is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract, which includes the nose and throat area.