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Fighting Germs for Parents
Bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa can cause disease. Here's how to help protect your family from germs.
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Fighting Germs for Teens
Germs are tiny organisms that can cause disease, and they're so small that they can creep into your system without you noticing. Find out how to protect yourself.
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What Are Germs? for Kids
Germs are tiny organisms that can cause disease. Learn about what germs do, the different kinds, and how to avoid them.
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Germ Cell Tumors for Parents
Germ cell tumors happen when reproductive cells in an unborn baby don't develop as they should.
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A to Z: Viral Infection for Parents
A viral infection is a an infection caused by a virus (a type of germ).
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What Are White Blood Cells? for Kids
White blood cells are part of the germ-fighting immune system.
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Blood Culture for Parents
A blood culture is a test that looks for germs (such as bacteria or fungi) in the blood.
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Pneumonia in Kids for Parents
Pneumonia is a lung infection often caused by germs, usually viruses. Learn the symptoms and treatment.
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A to Z: Food Poisoning for Parents
Food poisoning happens when bacteria (and, sometimes, viruses or other germs) get into food or drinks.
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The Immune System for Teens
Learn what the parts of the immune system are, how they help the body fight off germs, and what immunity means.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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