Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC
EID is a monthly peer reviewed journal covering infectious diseases with emphasis on disease prevention, control, and elimination. PCD is a peer reviewed journal covering research, public …
Infectious Diseases: Types, Causes & Treatments - Cleveland Clinic
What Are Infectious Diseases? Infectious diseases are illnesses caused by harmful organisms (pathogens or germs) that get into your body from the outside. Germs that cause infectious …
Infectious diseases - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
Apr 8, 2025 · Infectious diseases are illnesses that happen when tiny living beings get inside the body and multiply. Bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites are examples of organisms that can …
Infectious disease | Definition, Types, & Causes | Britannica
Dec 24, 2025 · infectious disease, in medicine, a process caused by an agent, often a type of microorganism, that impairs a person’s health. In many cases, infectious disease can be …
National Foundation for Infectious Diseases - Healthier Lives for …
Dec 6, 2025 · Stay informed with the latest news, research, and resources from the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID), a trusted resource for up-to-date information on …
Infectious Diseases - National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Jan 21, 2025 · Each year, about 23 million Americans visit a doctor’s office or clinic seeking treatment for infections. Unlike many disorders, we know the exact source of most infectious …
What are infectious diseases? - YourGenome
What is an infectious disease? Infectious diseases are diseases spread by pathogens - such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, or parasites. Pathogens cause disease either by disrupting the body's …
Infectious Diseases Information - Mayo Clinic Health System
Sep 11, 2024 · Infectious diseases are disorders caused by organisms — such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites. Many organisms live in and on our bodies. They're normally …
Common Infectious Diseases - University of Utah Health
University of Utah Health offers an Infectious Disease Clinic to diagnose and treat common infectious diseases. We have a team of physicians with specialized knowledge in several …
Infectious Disease | Germs | MedlinePlus
Jul 26, 2024 · Infectious diseases are caused by four main kinds of germs. Vaccines, proper hand washing and medicines can help prevent infections. Discover more.