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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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Healthcare professional holding red paper heart
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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February 10, 2025

Harnessing the Power of Local Data

NFID dashboard aims to empower stakeholders with hyperlocal data to increase US adult respiratory vaccine uptake

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Graphic highlighting groups who need protection against RSV
January 22, 2025

Closing the Gap in RSV Prevention

NFID Medical Director Robert H. Hopkins, Jr., MD, shares his perspective on the importance of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) prevention

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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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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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September 27, 2024

Help Prevent Flu, COVID-19, and RSV This Season

NFID and CDC experts urge vaccination to help protect against COVID-19, flu, pneumococcal disease, and RSV …

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September 25, 2024

As Concerns about Respiratory Diseases Among Public Drop to New Lows, US Health Officials Urge Vaccination

New NFID survey shows fewer than 1 in 5 US adults are concerned about flu, COVID-19, RSV, or pneumococcal disease, and many do not plan to get vaccinated this fall and winter

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