Latest News & Updates
News, perspectives, and resources about the prevention and treatment of infectious
diseases across the lifespan from NFID leaders and partners
Infectious Diseases
Protect yourself and your
family from preventable
infectious diseases
Flu (Influenza)
Flu is a contagious disease caused by an influenza virus and can cause serious illness in people, even if they are otherwise healthy
HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the US that can cause certain cancers and genital warts
Measles
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease that can result in severe and sometimes permanent complications including pneumonia, seizures, brain damage, and even death
Immunization
Information about vaccines recommended for
children, adolescents, and adults
Resources
Tools to educate and engage the public, communities, and healthcare
professionals about infectious diseases across the lifespan
Kaden’s Story (Flu)
Kaden was an otherwise healthy, active 7-year-old who ended up losing both of his legs due to complications from flu
Science, Resilience, and the Road Ahead with Jeremy Farrar, FRS
S4, E6: Jeremy Farrar, FRS, of the World Health Organization (WHO), shares personal lessons on failure, leadership under pressure, and why optimism, humility, and inclusion are essential to shaping the future of public health …
Pediatric Vaccine Updates
NFID will host a webinar discussion on strategies to prevent infectious diseases among children and increase uptake of recommended vaccines …
Influenza Antivirals Fact Sheet
A shareable fact sheet on influenza antivirals highlights their role in managing flu, especially for those at high risk of severe complications.
Education & Events
NFID offers continuing education activities and other events to
support increased awareness of infectious diseases
Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research
The Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research (ACVR) addresses scientific advances in vaccine research, development, implementation, and evaluation
Clinical Vaccinology Course
Expert faculty provide the latest information on vaccines, including current vaccine recommendations and innovative and practical strategies to ensure timely and appropriate immunization
2025-2026 Respiratory Season News Briefings
Monthly news briefings featured leading experts and personal stories to provide clarity and guidance on the most pressing respiratory disease prevention and treatment issues
Webinars
NFID hosts webinars to increase awareness of the importance of infectious disease prevention and treatment
