Read about infections and the immune system of premature babies. A premature baby is susceptible to infection because their immune system is immature.
Parents can learn about bone marrow and the immune system, as they prepare for their child's blood and marrow transplant (BMT)/cellular therapy (CT).
Find information about plasma protein products made from donated blood. Learn about the different products and their uses.
If your child has a low immune system learn how to protect them against infection.
Learn about blood and marrow transplants, for a child with an immune deficiency.
Learn about the benefits of providing oral immune therapy to your hospitalized baby using expressed breast milk.
Macrophage activation syndrome (MAS) occurs when the immune system is overactivated and causes inflammation. Learn about the signs, causes and treatment of MAS.
Inflammation is the body's protective response against infections and injuries. Auto-inflammation occurs when the body produces an inflammatory response against its own healthy tissues. Learn about the signs and symptoms of inflammation and auto-inflammation.
Learn how your child can minimize infection at home, after the blood and marrow transplant.
Sepsis occurs when an infection spreads to the entire body. Find out what causes sepsis, how it is treated, and when to seek medical attention.
Chickenpox, or varicella, is a common childhood infection caused by a virus. Read about vaccines and treating chickenpox at home.
Information for parents about infections that may occur after a child's blood and marrow transplant (BMT).
Parvovirus B19 is a virus that causes fifth disease (slapped cheek syndrome). Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of Parvovirus B19.
Learn about the medical tests your child takes after a blood and marrow transplant.
Swollen lymph nodes occur when the body is fighting an infection. Learn how to identify swollen lymph nodes and care for your child.
This page explains the diagnosis and treatment of primary immune deficiency (PID), a genetic condition that weakens the immune system.
Learn how children get HIV, how it affects their bodies, and what you need to do as a parent to keep your child as healthy as possible.
Information on cold sores (herpes simplex): what they are, common signs and symptoms, causes, complications and how to treat.
In children, post-infectious glomerulonephritis is usually caused by inflammation that follows an infection. Learn more about diagnosis and treatment.
Measles is an infection caused by a highly contagious virus. Learn the symptoms and causes of measles and how it can be prevented.
Learn how blood works, what bone marrow is and how the lymphatic system works inside our bodies.
Hepatitis C is an infection caused by a virus. This page provides an overview of signs, symptoms, transmission and treatment of hepatitis C.
Learn why blood counts are important after your child's blood and marrow transplant.
Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of osteomyelitis.