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...
Today marks the first day of Kawasaki Disease Awareness Month, and we are thrilled to officially launch our Lights On, Hearts Strong campaign! This January, we’re coming together to honor the strength, bravery, and resilience of children affected by Kawasaki...
KDF Newsletter, Winter 2024 In This Issue: 1. Kawasaki Disease Awareness Campaign: “Lights On, Hearts Strong” 2. Dr. Tomisaku Kawasaki 2025-2026 Scholarship 3. KD Patients Feedback Needed: Transition to Adult Healthcare 4. KD Parent Symposium Q&A Session (Transcribed) 5....
Ask the KD Experts: Why is Kawasaki disease less commonly treated with steroids? While it’s not common for Rady Children’s Hospital to treat Kawasaki disease (KD) with steroids, the use of steroids in combination with IVIG continues to be...