About the News Briefing Series
As the 2025-2026 US respiratory season gets underway and immunization guidance continues to evolve, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases is launching a new Respiratory Season News Briefing Series to focus national attention on the importance of preventing and treating COVID-19, influenza (flu), pneumococcal disease, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
With the theme, It's On Us, the series aims to educate, engage, and empower the public and healthcare professionals to navigate these unprecedented times. Throughout the respiratory season, NFID will sponsor monthly news briefings featuring leading experts to provide clarity and guidance on the most pressing respiratory disease prevention and treatment issues.
Media requests should be directed to: NFID@apcoworldwide.com
Pregnant Women and Children
October 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET
It’s On Us: Healthcare Professionals and Vaccine Uptake
October 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM ET
Stay Ahead: Respiratory Vaccines for Healthy Aging
December 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM ET
Strength in Prevention: Vaccines Recommended for People with Chronic Conditions
January 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
Flu Moves Fast—You Should Too
Just like a broken bone or a heart attack, fast action matters with flu. Antiviral medications can help you recover more quickly and may prevent serious complications.
From Wild to Mild: The Power of Flu Vaccination
Shareable graphics to raise awareness about the importance of getting an annual flu vaccine to help protect against serious flu-related illness
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
What Is an Antiviral?
Overview of antivirals—what they are, how they work, and what diseases they help treat
2024 National Survey: Attitudes and Behaviors about Influenza, COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, and Pneumococcal Disease
2024 national survey on flu, RSV, COVID-19, and pneumococcal disease
Updated Recommendations for Respiratory Season
In this episode, NFID experts discuss updated recommendations to help protect against COVID-19, influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and pneumococcal disease …
2024 National Survey: Attitudes and Behaviors about Influenza, COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, and Pneumococcal Disease
2024 national survey on flu, RSV, COVID-19, and pneumococcal disease
Are You at Risk for Pneumococcal Disease?
Infographic on adults who are at risk for pneumococcal disease
Top 5 Reasons for Adults to Get Vaccinated for Pneumococcal Disease
Fact sheet on the importance of preventing pneumococcal disease in adults
2024 National Survey: Attitudes and Behaviors about Influenza, COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, and Pneumococcal Disease
2024 national survey on flu, RSV, COVID-19, and pneumococcal disease
Updated Recommendations for Respiratory Season
In this episode, NFID experts discuss updated recommendations to help protect against COVID-19, influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and pneumococcal disease …
RSV Social Media Graphics
Share these graphics to help raise awareness about RSV prevention and treatment across the lifespan