Cryptosporidium Infection (Cryptosporidiosis) in Children
Cryptosporidium infection is an intestinal illness caused by a parasite. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
E. coli Infection in Children
E. coli is a common bacteria found in people's and animals' intestines. It's also found in the environment and in food. Certain types of E. coli are harmful and can cause severe illness. Learn how E. coli affects children and how it's treated.
Giardia Infection (Giardiasis) in Children
Giardia infection (also called giardiasis) is an intestinal illness caused by the parasite Giardia. This parasite is found in food or water contaminated with stool from infected people or animals.
Salmonella Infection (Salmonellosis) in Children
Salmonella infection is an intestinal illness caused by Salmonella bacteria. Some animals (such as all domestic reptiles and birds) often carry Salmonella. You or your child can be infected from eating or drinking contaminated food or water. Here's what you need to know.
For Kids: What Is Asthma?
Help kids learn how asthma works with this easy-to-understand piece.
What Is Acute Bronchitis?
Acute, or short-term, bronchitis occurs when the bronchial tubes are irritated by a virus, bacteria, or allergen. This causes a cough that makes yellow or greenish mucus.
Getting Started with Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Learn how pulmonary rehab programs can help people with chronic lung disease, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Lung Surgery: Your Evaluation and Tests
You are having lung surgery. To evaluate your lungs and nearby areas, tests may be done. You may have had some of these tests. Others may be scheduled before your surgery. Your healthcare provider uses the information gathered during these tests to help plan your surgery and treatment.
Living with Lung Cancer
When living with lung cancer, you need to do all you can to stay strong. Maintain your weight by eating plenty of food. Being active helps you improve both your physical and mental health. Taking these steps can also help limit certain side effects of your treatment.
Lung Cancer: Planning for the Future
Having a plan for your future can be a great source of comfort. You can help make sure you get the type of care you want. Or, if someone else needs to decide about your treatment, you can choose that person ahead of time. By taking care of these details, you may feel more at ease.