Archives: Glossary Terms

Babesiosis

Parasitic infection from ticks causing fever, anemia.

Bacterium

Single-celled organism, some causing diseases like strep throat.

Blastomycosis

Fungal infection from soil causing lung, skin issues.

Bocavirus

Viral respiratory infection in children causing wheezing, fever.

Botulism

Bacterial infection from toxin causing paralysis, often foodborne.