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Graphic highlighting 1 in 5 hospitalized with measles
March 5, 2024

Experts Urge Vaccination as Measles Cases Rise

With measles cases on the rise across the US, experts at the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) are urging the public to follow longstanding public health recommendations by making sure they are up to date on measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccination

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Drs. Ferdinand, Hopkins, Neuzil, and Whitley-Williams
February 28, 2024

In Pursuit of Equity: Overcoming Health Disparities

Historically in the US, Black and Hispanic children and adults have been disproportionately impacted by diseases such as influenza (flu) and COVID-19. Despite some recent…

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This is How Easy it is to Spread Measles ...
February 14, 2024

Spread Love, Not Measles: Experts Alarmed by Recent Rise in Cases

Recent measles cases in the US and across the globe have alarmed public health experts and highlight the importance of measles vaccination …

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February 2, 2024

5 Reasons Why Vaccines Are Good for Your Heart

For people with heart disease, getting vaccinated is as important to staying healthy as diet and exercise

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HPV Vaccination is Cancer Prevention American Cancer Society
January 14, 2024

2 Simple Steps to Prevent Cervical Cancer

Vaccination helps protect against cervical cancer and other cancers caused by HPV

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January 3, 2024

Visions of a Healthier 2024 from NFID Leaders

To kick off the new year, members of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) Board of Directors share what they hope to see NFID achieve in 2024 and beyond

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The Double Helix Cover
December 28, 2023

The Double Helix, Winter 2023

Winter 2023 issue of quarterly NFID eNewsletter covering: 2023 Impact Report 2024 NFID Awards Nominations 2024 Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research Call for Abstracts Clinical…

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On August 23, 1973 the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases was incorporated as a non-profit Virginia corporation
December 23, 2023

5 Decades of NFID Impact and Dedication

As 2023 comes to a close, we look back at some of the remarkable accomplishments and significant moments in public health history through a round-up of blog posts celebrating the trailblazing efforts of NFID leaders and public health heroes while building momentum to face the challenges of the future …

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