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
Are You That Person? (Spanish)
Animated video in Spanish on flu symptoms, prevention, and treatment, reminding viewers to get vaccinated each year and stay home when sick to help protect themselves and those around them from flu
C. diff (Clostridioides difficile)
C. diff is a germ (bacterium) that causes diarrhea and colitis (inflammation of the colon). Some cases can be life-threatening
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
