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

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Flu (Influenza)

Influenza (flu) is a contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that can cause mild to severe symptoms and life-threatening complications, even in healthy children and adults

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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

RSV infects the lungs and breathing passages and can be serious, especially for infants and older adults

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Measles

Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease that can result in severe, sometimes permanent, complications including pneumonia, seizures, brain damage, and even death

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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

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October 29, 2024 2:00 pm

Preparing for Respiratory Season

Join NFID for a webinar discussing the importance of vaccination to help protect against severe illness during the US respiratory season

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Demetre C. Daskalakis, MD, MPH featured guest on Infectious IDeas podcast

Leading with Passion and Purpose—Demetre C. Daskalakis, MD, MPH

S3, E3: Demetre C. Daskalakis, MD, MPH, shares his journey from HIV clinical practice to public health leadership, demonstrating his relentless passion and commitment to health equity, clear and transparent communication, and ensuring equitable access to vaccines for all children and adults …

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Surveys & 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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Education & Events

NFID offers continuing education activities and other events to
support increased awareness of infectious diseases

2024 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

Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research

The Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research (ACVR) addresses scientific advances in vaccine research, development, implementation, and evaluation

NFID Awards Gala and Silent Auction

Highlights from the 2024 NFID Awards Gala and Silent Auction in Washington, DC on September 19, 2024

Webinars

NFID hosts webinars to increase awareness of the importance of infectious disease prevention and treatment

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