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#WashYourHands to Help Prevent Disease
Observed each year on May 5, World Hand Hygiene Day highlights the importance of handwashing in preventing disease …
4 Ways to Address Disparities in Vaccination Rates
Despite overwhelming evidence of the benefits of vaccination against many diseases, immunization rates have historically been low among communities of color …
5 Things to Know about Infant Immunization
Immunization is one of the most effective ways to help protect infants from serious diseases
ID News of Interest: Bird Flu, Measles, and Meningococcal Disease
CDC issued health alerts on bird flu, measles, and meningococcal disease. Read the latest news including insights and explanations from infectious disease experts …
Myth Busters: Infectious IDeas Guests Set the Record Straight
What public health myth would you most like to bust? Read on for responses from NFID thought-provoking guests …
3 Things You Need to Know about Kidney Disease and Vaccines
It is important for people with kidney disease to understand how critical vaccination can be for their health and well-being
Inspiring Stories of Impact in Vaccinology
Vaccinology is about more than just scientific breakthroughs—it is about lives transformed, communities protected, and futures secured. For some, it is a moment of realization that a career can be as fulfilling as it is impactful …
In Pursuit of Equity: Overcoming Health Disparities
To close out Black History Month, public health thought leaders share their insights on overcoming health disparities and ensuring health equity
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 …
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