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
COVID-19
Responses to frequently asked questions about COVID-19
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
RSV infects the lungs and breathing passages and can be serious, especially for infants and older adults
Influenza (flu) is a contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that occurs most often in the late fall, winter, and early spring in the US
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
Contagious Chronicles: Don’t Be A Dreaded Spreader
In this episode, NFID experts offer insights on updated recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, influenza (flu), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Cracking the Code: Health Communication Insights with Céline Gounder, MD, ScM
S2, E8: Céline Gounder, MD, ScM, shares her insights on the importance of trust in public health communication, the fight against misinformation, and the future of infectious disease diagnostics …
Addressing Gaps in Vaccine Access and Coverage
Join NFID and expert panelists for a discussion highlighting issues and gaps related to vaccine access and coverage in the US, including the current policy environment, factors limiting access to vaccines, and potential solutions to ensure vaccine access for patients with commercial insurance …
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
Webinars
NFID hosts webinars to increase awareness of the importance of infectious disease prevention and treatment