It's Not Too Late
December 6, 2022

It’s Not Too Late To #FightFlu

With influenza (flu) activity now high across the US, NFID is joining the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in reminding everyone that it is not too late to benefit from annual flu vaccination. Special thanks to José R. Romero, MD, director of the CDC National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases for this guest blog post …

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No es demasiado tarde para #CombatirLaInfluenza
December 6, 2022

No es demasiado tarde para #CombatirLaInfluenza

With influenza (flu) activity now high across the US, NFID is joining the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in reminding everyone that it is not too late to benefit from annual flu vaccination. Special thanks to José R. Romero, MD, director of the CDC National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases for this guest blog post …

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2022 NFID Leaders Getting Vaccinated
November 14, 2022

Early Start to Flu Season Underscores the Urgency of #LeadingByExample

Elevated influenza (flu) activity demonstrates the urgent need for healthcare professionals to make strong recommendations for their patients to get vaccinated against flu, pneumococcal disease, and COVID-19 as soon as possible …

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Inequities in Flu Vaccination Coverage
November 7, 2022

Disparities in Flu Vaccination Coverage Are Cause for Concern

Special thanks to Rochelle P. Walensky, MD, MPH, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), for this guest blog post on the importance of addressing barriers to annual influenza (flu) vaccination …

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Flu Vaccination News Conference 2022 Marla Dalton Vaccination
October 4, 2022

US Health Officials Urge Vaccination To Help Protect Against a Potentially Severe Flu Season

Following a mild flu season in 2021-2022, an NFID survey shows only 49% of US adults plan to get a flu vaccine this season

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National Immunization Awareness Month
August 31, 2022

Resource Round-Up: Promoting Immunization Awareness

As National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) comes to an end, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) has compiled a list of partner resources that can be used throughout the year to raise awareness about vaccine-preventable diseases and the importance of disease prevention …

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National Infant Immunization Week 2022
April 24, 2022

Protecting Infants: The Importance of Staying Up To Date with Recommended Vaccines

National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW), is an annual observance scheduled for April 24-30, 2022, to highlight the positive impact of vaccination on the lives of infants and children. The priority this year is to ensure that families stay on track for routine checkups and vaccinations following disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic …

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Male Nurse With Mask Vaccinating Patient
December 6, 2021

NFID Surveys Find Gaps in Communication about Flu Between Healthcare Professionals and Patients with Chronic Health Conditions

Disconnect between patients and HCPs on flu vaccine recommendations may put patients at risk Less than one third (31 percent) of HCPs say they recommend…

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CDC Director Rochelle Walensky Flu Vaccination in 2021
October 7, 2021

US Health Officials Urge Vaccination Amid Concerns About Influenza Resurgence During Ongoing Pandemic

NFID Survey Shows 44 Percent Of US Adults Are Unsure Or Do Not Plan To Get Vaccinated Against Flu, Including 1 In 4 Of Those…

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