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Schaffner Report: Keep Up The Rates
NFID Medical Director William Schaffner, MD, talks with NFID Executive Director and CEO Marla Dalton, CAE, about Keep Up The Rates, a national campaign focused on encouraging all individuals to receive recommended vaccines that may have been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic…
Why Do You Choose To #GetVaccinated?
August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), an annual observance to highlight the importance of disease prevention through vaccination across the lifespan. Special thanks to Meaghan for sharing her story about the importance of getting vaccinated to help protect those who cannot…
3 People, 3 Stories, 1 Virus
Hepatitis can affect anyone—read stories from three individuals whose lives were impacted by hepatitis B…
Predictions For A Post-COVID-19 World
NFID leaders share their predictions on the long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic…
Measles & COVID-19: A Dangerous Combination
In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, it may seem odd for public health experts to be thinking about measles, but that is exactly what they are doing. Even before COVID-19, measles vaccination rates fell short of public health goals–and experts are worried about measles outbreaks…
Public Health Heroes: Sparking Change And Addressing New Challenges
2020 NFID awardees share insights on the changes and challenges they have seen throughout their noteworthy careers…
2020 Virtual Annual Conference On Vaccinology Research: News Round-Up
Nearly 1,500 researchers, scientists, and public health professionals from around the world participated in the first-ever virtual Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research (ACVR) sponsored by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) on June 18-19, 2020. Read highlights of top news coverage…
Father’s Day Words Of Wisdom And Hope
On Father’s Day, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) celebrates all dads who protect their families against vaccine-preventable diseases. In light of COVID-19, and amid concerns about the impact of systemic racism on US public health, NFID leaders (and dads) answered this question: What is on your mind as you think about celebrating Father’s Day in 2020?
Looking To The Promise Of New Vaccines
As ideal forum for collaboration and information sharing, the NFID Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research will be held virtually on June 18-19, 2020. Leading experts will discuss the latest updates and recent scientific advances in vaccine development, production, evaluation, and implementation.
Schaffner Report: Safely Navigating Outdoor Spaces During COVID-19
Summer is normally a time to enjoy the great outdoors. But in the era of COVID-19, is it safe to go to parks, beaches, pools, or other crowded places? What can individuals do to enjoy summer fun without contracting the novel coronavirus? NFID Medical Director William Schaffner, MD, talks with NFID Executive Director and CEO, Marla Dalton, CAE, about ways to reduce risk and enjoy outdoor summer activities in a COVID-19 environment…