Rabies is a viral infection that attacks the nervous system. Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatment, and more.

Polio is a very contagious disease caused by a virus. The virus is most known for causing paralysis. But very few children with polio develop paralysis. Read on to learn more about this condition in children.

Detailed information on prevention of infectious diseases

One way to prevent the spread of disease from your pet: Feed your pet a balanced diet. Don't give your pet raw foods or allow it to drink out of the toilet.

Hypospadias is a problem where the opening of the urethra is not at the tip of the penis. Learn more about this condition, including what causes it, who is at risk, what the symptoms are, and how it's diagnosed and treated.

Whooping cough (pertussis) is a contagious illness. It causes intense fits (paroxysms) of coughing. It mainly affects babies and young children.

Mumps is a very contagious viral illness that infects the pair of salivary glands in front of the ears. Cases of mumps in the U.S. happen much less often since the mumps vaccine has been used.

Hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN) is a blood problem in newborns. It occurs when your baby's red blood cells break down at a fast rate. Read on to learn more.

Meningococcal infections are not common, but they can be fatal. Learn about the causes in children, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more.

Meningitis is most often caused by a bacterial or viral infection that moves into the cerebral spinal fluid (CSF).