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Statement on September 2025 Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Meeting
NFID strongly supports the use of evidence-based guidance to inform public health policy and will work to preserve equitable access, choice, and public and private insurance coverage to life-saving immunizations to protect the health of people across the US …
A Fond Farewell: Looking Back with Gratitude, Looking Ahead with Hope
In a heartfelt farewell message, NFID CEO, Marla Dalton, CAE, reflects on 15 years of leadership and growth—and looks ahead with optimism for the future …
Public Health Heroes: A Champion for Health Equity
A passionate advocate for health equity and community engagement, Patricia N. Whitley-Williams, MD, will receive the John P. Utz Award at the 2025 NFID Annual Awards Gala and Silent Auction on October 16, 2025 in Washington, DC
Public Health Heroes: From Dreams to Life-Saving Vaccines
Leading vaccinologist Rino Rappuoli, PhD, will receive the Maxwell Finland Award for Scientific Achievement at the 2025 NFID Annual Awards Gala and Silent Auction on October 16, 2025 in Washington, DC
Rebecca Alvania, PhD, MA, MPH, Selected as NFID Executive Director
Alvania will join the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) as executive director and chief executive officer (CEO) on September 1, 2025
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News and resources from NFID about the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases across the lifespan