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
Hepatitis
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver and the most common types of viral hepatitis in the US are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C
Measles
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease that can result in severe and sometimes permanent complications including pneumonia, seizures, brain damage, and even death
HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the US that can cause certain cancers and genital warts
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
Kaitlyn’s Story (Flu)
Kaitlyn was a student at the University of Florida in Gainesville when she nearly died from flu
Keeping the Faith with Shavon Arline-Bradley, MPH, MDiv
S3, E10: Shavon Arline-Bradley, MPH, MDiv, president and CEO of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW), shares her personal and professional journey as a public health leader, ordained minister, and advocate for equity …
When and How to Wash Your Hands
Shareable graphics to help raise awareness about when and how to wash your hands
Key Takeaways from 2024-2025 Respiratory Season
In this recorded webinar, NFID hosts a discussion on key takeaways from the 2024-2025 US respiratory season, with a focus on influenza (flu) and more …
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
NFID Awards Gala and Silent Auction
View highlights from the 2024 NFID Awards Gala and Silent Auction, including awardee tribute videos
Webinars
NFID hosts webinars to increase awareness of the importance of infectious disease prevention and treatment
