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2 Simple Steps to Prevent Cervical Cancer
Vaccination helps protect against cervical cancer and other cancers caused by HPV
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
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 …
Act Today, Don’t Delay: #GetVaccinated to Help #FightFlu
With flu activity on the rise and vaccination rates lagging across the US, NFID is reminding everyone age 6 months and older to get vaccinated against flu
Talking about Vaccines without Ruining the Holidays
The time to deal with vaccine misinformation is immediately. And the way to deal with it is through building connections and expressing empathy.
C. diff: An Urgent Public Health Threat
November is C. diff Awareness Month, an annual opportunity to raise awareness about this common but potentially deadly infection
Overcoming Barriers to Vaccination
NFID Medical Director Robert H. Hopkins, Jr., MD, shares his thoughts on communication tactics and other strategies to help overcome barriers to vaccination
Leading by Example for a Healthier Fall and Winter
CDC guest post on the importance of disease prevention and leading by example to help protect against flu, COVID-19, and RSV
2023 NFID Annual News Conference: News Round-Up
Leading national experts at the 2023 National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) Annual News Conference: Preventing Disease this Fall and Winter emphasized the importance of vaccination to help prevent disease and protect public health …
Celebrating 50 Years of NFID at the Oscars of Infectious Diseases
The stars of public health gathered together for the star-studded NFID 50th Anniversary Gala, including more than 20 past recipients of the prestigious NFID awards