KDF Newsletter, Winter 2025 In This Issue: 1. “Lights On, Hearts Strong” — A Heartfelt Thank You for Your Support 2. Celebrating Dr. Tomisaku Kawasaki’s 100th Birthday 3. Dr. Tomisaku Kawasaki 2025-2026 Scholarship — Now Accepting Applications! 4. KD...
Children with resistant KD may be treated with infliximab instead of a second dose of IVIG In the treatment of Kawasaki disease (KD), intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) is the standard therapy used to reduce inflammation, lower the risk of coronary...
A high heart rate is a key symptom of acute Kawasaki disease used for diagnosis A high heart rate, or tachycardia, is a key symptom observed in the acute phase of Kawasaki disease (KD) and plays a crucial role...
KD is not an autoimmune disease, and there is no evidence that it leads to autoimmunity later in life Kawasaki disease (KD) is not classified as an autoimmune disease, and there is no substantial evidence indicating that patients who...
Celebrating Dr. Tomisaku Kawasaki: A Legacy of Dedication to Kawasaki Disease Research Read: The Legacy of Dr. Tomisaku Kawasaki, a manuscript recently published by the International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases. As we approach the 100th birthday of Dr. Tomisaku...
Meet Emily Rodriguez: KDF Intern Allow us to introduce Emily. At just four months old, she received a diagnosis of Kawasaki Disease. Her case was complex—her symptoms were unusual, confounding doctors back in 2005. After numerous misdiagnoses, including ear...
Give $26, Get Stickers, Spread KD Awareness From January 13th to 19th, the Kawasaki Disease Foundation is offering a special thank you to the first 150 people who make a $26 donation to our cause. When you donate, you’ll...
Together, We Shine Brighter – Lights On, Hearts Strong As we kick off another exciting week in our Lights On, Hearts Strong campaign, we’re thrilled to share the incredible progress we’ve made together! Our social media is glowing! Thanks to your...
Spotlight on Dedicated KD Researchers: Ho-Chang Kuo, MD, PhD, FAAAAI Professor Ho-Chang Kuo, born in 1973, earned his M.D. degree from National Yang-Ming University in Taiwan in 1999, followed by a Ph.D. from the Graduate Institute of Clinical...
Kawasaki Disease: Understanding the Rare Illness in Children Kawasaki Disease (KD) is a rare but serious condition that primarily affects children under the age of five. Named after Dr. Tomisaku Kawasaki, who first described the illness in 1967, KD...