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January 3, 2024

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

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December 28, 2023

The Double Helix, Winter 2023

Quarterly eNewsletter covering: 2023 NFID Impact Report, 2024 Education and Events, Resources, Partner Spotlight, and more

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On August 23, 1973 the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases was incorporated as a non-profit Virginia corporation
December 23, 2023

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 …

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If you have lung disease, heart disease, or diabetes, annual flu vaccination is a critical part of your care
December 4, 2023

Complications from Flu Largely Preventable with Annual Flu Vaccine

Leading public health organizations emphasize that it’s not too late to help protect yourself and others by getting vaccinated against flu

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A flu vaccine can take flu from wild to mild. National Influenza Vaccination Week is December 4 to 8
December 4, 2023

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

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Collage of Previous NFID Awardees
November 29, 2023

NFID Calls for 2024 Awards Nominations Honoring Public Health Heroes

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Humanitarian Award and the Maxwell Finland Award for Scientific Achievement

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November 19, 2023

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.

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Graphic illustrating people at risk for pneumococcal disease
November 9, 2023

3 Things To Know on World Pneumonia Day

The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases and the American Lung Association encourage those who are at risk to talk with a healthcare professional about pneumococcal vaccines

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