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Narrative

Raises awareness about diagnosis and treatment, provides information and facilitates family support and promotes research.

Kawasaki disease (KD) is also known as Kawasaki syndrome. It is a severe illness characterized by inflammation of blood vessels throughout the body. It affects young children and infants. Kawasaki disease is the leading cause of acquired heart disease in children.

Service Types

• Family Support

Program Type

• Advocacy

Populations Served

• Kawasaki Disease

Ages Served

• Birth to 3
• 3 - 4
• 5 - 8
• 9 - 13
• 14 - 18
• 19 - 22
• 23 – 59
• 60 +

Additional Information

• Fees: Free Service