Kawasaki Disease -- United States
This health advisory informs healthcare professionals about a recent increase in diagnosed cases of Kawasaki disease (KD) in the San Diego County region. It also contains recommendations and resources to help providers promptly diagnose and initiate hospital care for children with KD.
Key Points:
- Since 1 Jan 2019, 16 San Diego County residents have been diagnosed with KD at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego (RCHSD), twice the expected number based on prior winters.
- KD is a seasonal
Read more about it at HealthMap Global Disease Alerts via http://healthmap.org/ln.php?6327795&promed&0
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