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NFID Announces 2020-2021 Board of Directors
Bethesda, MD (July 9, 2020)—The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) is pleased to announce the 2020-2021 NFID Board of Directors and updated slate of…
Public Health Heroes: Sparking Change And Addressing New Challenges
2020 NFID awardees share insights on the changes and challenges they have seen throughout their noteworthy careers…
2020 Virtual Annual Conference On Vaccinology Research: News Round-Up
Nearly 1,500 researchers, scientists, and public health professionals from around the world participated in the first-ever virtual Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research (ACVR) sponsored by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) on June 18-19, 2020. Read highlights of top news coverage…
Father’s Day Words Of Wisdom And Hope
On Father’s Day, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) celebrates all dads who protect their families against vaccine-preventable diseases. In light of COVID-19, and amid concerns about the impact of systemic racism on US public health, NFID leaders (and dads) answered this question: What is on your mind as you think about celebrating Father’s Day in 2020?
Looking To The Promise Of New Vaccines
As ideal forum for collaboration and information sharing, the NFID Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research will be held virtually on June 18-19, 2020. Leading experts will discuss the latest updates and recent scientific advances in vaccine development, production, evaluation, and implementation.
Schaffner Report: Safely Navigating Outdoor Spaces During COVID-19
Summer is normally a time to enjoy the great outdoors. But in the era of COVID-19, is it safe to go to parks, beaches, pools, or other crowded places? What can individuals do to enjoy summer fun without contracting the novel coronavirus? NFID Medical Director William Schaffner, MD, talks with NFID Executive Director and CEO, Marla Dalton, CAE, about ways to reduce risk and enjoy outdoor summer activities in a COVID-19 environment…
ID News Round-Up: Racism Is A Public Health Issue
We cannot achieve our vision of healthier lives through effective prevention and treatment of infectious diseases without addressing racism and its role in driving health disparities
NFID Statement on the Impact of Racism on Public Health
Bethesda, MD (June 2, 2020)—On behalf of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID), we wish to express our outrage and grief over the tragic…