Latest NFID News and Updates

Timely news and perspectives from leaders and partners

Brain with missing puzzle piece
April 18, 2025

Autism and Vaccines: What the Science Really Says

Progress is being made in the search for the causes of autism, and this information may be valuable for families who are hesitant about vaccines

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March 31, 2025

The Double Helix, Spring 2025

Quarterly eNewsletter covering the 2025 Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research, 2025 NFID Awards recipients, exclusive partner updates, NFID resources (including webinars, podcasts, and blogs), a reader poll to share your voice, and more …

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March 28, 2025

Women’s Voices: Insights from Infectious IDeas

As Women’s History Month comes to a close, NFID revisits powerful insights from past podcast guests who continue to make an impact on public health in the US and globally …

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US map illustrating infectious disease threats
March 18, 2025

News Round-Up: Infectious Disease Threats

According to NFID website poll, there are several worrisome infectious disease threats. Read recent news on topics of greatest concern, including avian influenza (bird flu), measles, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) …

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March 3, 2025

Women Leaders Shaping the Future of Public Health

Trailblazing women leaders share invaluable lessons, urging the next generation of scientists and public health advocates to take risks, stay curious, and make a difference

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February 25, 2025

Vaccines and Heart Health: A Vital Connection

Heart disease can increase the risk of serious or fatal complications from respiratory diseases including COVID-19, flu, and RSV

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Media Resources

NFID provides resources and subject matter experts as spokespeople to help educate the public about vaccine-preventable diseases and other infectious disease topics

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News and resources from NFID about the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases across the lifespan