COVID-19 Communications
Promoting Prevention Measures and Vaccine Confidence
The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) convened a multidisciplinary expert virtual roundtable in January 2021 to share research, insights, and best practices for improving and harmonizing communication to the public about the evolving COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of following evidence-based public health prevention measures. Based on the roundtable discussion, NFID developed a new report, COVID-19 Communications: Promoting Prevention Measures and Vaccine Confidence, to provide a framework for developing effective communications.
We all have a role to play in educating the public about COVID-19 prevention measures. But as science continues to evolve and recommendations shift, there is potential for confusion and frustration.
Shareable Videos
COVID-19: Everyday Heroes
Animated video on ordinary people who step up and rise to the challenge to stop the spread of COVID-19
5 Tips to Help #StopTheSpread of COVID-19
Animated video providing 5 tips to help stop the spread of COVID-19
Shareable Social Media Graphics
COVID-19 Graphics and Social Media Posts
Graphics and sample social media posts to help #StopTheSpread of COVID-19
Frequently Asked Questions
Communication Framework and Principles
Resources to help reinforce best practices in communicating about COVID-19 public health guidelines
COVID-19 Communications Framework Presentation Slides (Template)
Slide deck on COVID-19 communication strategies and key messages.
COVID-19 Communications: Sample Newsletter/Website Content
Sample article to help reinforce best practices in communicating about COVID-19 public health guidelines
How to Talk about COVID-19
NFID Medical Director William Schaffner, MD, offers practical communication advice to help you communicate more effectively about COVID-19