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• Encephalitis for Teens

  
  

  Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain. Although encephalitis sounds scary, understanding its causes, symptoms, and treatment can help you feel prepared to deal with it if you ever need to.

• Encephalitis for Parents

  
  

  Encephalitis is a rare brain inflammation caused by a virus. The best way to avoid encephalitis is to prevent the illnesses that may lead to it.

• Mosquito-Borne Diseases for Parents

  
  

  Mosquito-borne diseases are illnesses spread by the bite of an infected mosquito.

• West Nile Virus for Parents

  
  

  The threat of West Nile virus has made getting a mosquito bite a cause for concern. What is West Nile virus, and what can you do to prevent it?

• What Is Powassan Virus? for Parents

  
  

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Coxsackievirus Infections for Parents

  
  

  Coxsackievirus infections can spread from person to person. In most cases, the viruses cause mild flu-like symptoms, but can lead to more serious infections.

• Toxoplasmosis for Parents

  
  

  Toxoplasmosis is an infection that passes from animals to humans, sometimes without causing any symptoms. Learn more about this infection in this article for parents.

• Bacteria & Viruses for Teens

  
  

  Common bacterial & viral infections.

• Shingles for Parents

  
  

  Shingles isn't very common in kids - it mostly affects older people. Find out what causes shingles, symptoms to watch for, and what to do if your child has it.

• Mumps for Parents

  
  

  Mumps is a viral infection that causes telltale swelling and pain in the salivary glands. With the help of the mumps vaccine, it's preventable.