2025 Annual News Conference

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

Image highlighting that flu antivirals can help you feel better faster and prevent complications
Public Service Announcements, Video

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.

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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

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Real Stories, Real People

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

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FAQs & Fact Sheets

What Is an Antiviral?

Overview of antivirals—what they are, how they work, and what diseases they help treat

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Surveys and Publications

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

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Contagious Chronicles

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 …

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Illustrated group of diverse people to show percentage vaccinated
Surveys and Publications

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

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Are you at Risk for Pneumococcal Disease Graphic
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Are You at Risk for Pneumococcal Disease?

Infographic on adults who are at risk for pneumococcal disease

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FAQs & Fact Sheets

Top 5 Reasons for Adults to Get Vaccinated for Pneumococcal Disease

Fact sheet on the importance of preventing pneumococcal disease in adults

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Illustrated group of diverse people to show percentage vaccinated
Surveys and Publications

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

Learn More
Contagious Chronicles

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 …

Learn More
Arm Yourself Against RSV
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RSV Social Media Graphics

Share these graphics to help raise awareness about RSV prevention and treatment across the lifespan

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