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Collage of NCNW leaders holding NFID #FightFlu paddles to promote annual flu vaccination
December 5, 2024

New Collaboration Aims to Empower Black Communities to Help Protect against Preventable Respiratory Diseases

NFID partners with National Council of Negro Women Good Health WINs to raise awareness about COVID-19, flu, pneumococcal disease, and RSV

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If you have lung disease, heart disease, or diabetes, annual flu vaccination is a critical part of your care
December 3, 2024

Leading Health Organizations Urge Flu Vaccination for Those at Higher Risk

During National Influenza Vaccination Week, experts encourage everyone age 6 months and older to get vaccinated to reduce risk of severe illness and hospitalization

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It's Not Too Late
December 2, 2024

It’s Not Too Late to #GetVaccinated to Help #FightFlu

NFID has compiled resources for National Influenza Vaccination Week to help raise awareness about the importance of flu prevention and treatment

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Family Thanksgiving meal at dinner table
November 25, 2024

Talking about Vaccines (and Election Results) without Ruining the Holidays

The time to deal with misinformation is immediately. And the way to deal with it is through building connections and expressing empathy.

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November 18, 2024

5 Things To Know about Antibiotic Resistance

There are steps everyone can take to help protect against drug-resistant infections

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Graphic illustrating people at risk for pneumococcal disease
November 8, 2024

Adults Age 50 and Older Can Help Lower Risk for Pneumonia

NFID and the American Lung Association are working together to raise awareness about the importance of pneumococcal disease vaccination for those at risk

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Respiratory Illness Symptoms Graphics
October 30, 2024

Is it Flu, COVID-19, or RSV? How to Tell the Difference

Is it a cold that is causing your cough or runny nose? Or could it be something potentially more serious? Although symptoms can be similar, treatment options may differ …

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Photo collage of 2024 NFID Awards Gala and Silent Auction
October 1, 2024

A Star-Studded Celebration of Public Health Heroes

At the 2024 Awards Gala and Silent Auction, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) recognized the inspiring accomplishments of 3 outstanding public health leaders: Seth F. Berkley, MD; Ighovwerha (Igho) Ofotokun, MD, MSc; and Grace M. Lee, MD, MPH …

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