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NFID Statement on the Importance of Federal Advisory Committees in Protecting Public Health
The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) underscores the vital role that federal advisory committees play in informing public health decision-making and providing expert, evidence-based guidance on public health issues, including critical interventions to prevent infectious diseases
New National Survey Finds Nearly Half of US Adults Admit to Not Washing Their Hands at Key Moments
2025 NFID State of Handwashing Report finds that many US adults forget or choose not to wash their hands at key times when germs can easily spread
Infectious Disease Experts Urge Vigilance in Response to Bird Flu Outbreaks
Bethesda, MD (December 19, 2024)—The current bird flu outbreak underscores the importance of maintaining strong public health systems. “Stay alert, but do not panic,” says…
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
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
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
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
2024 NFID Annual News Conference: Preventing Respiratory Disease This Fall and Winter
Leading public health officials to present new data and national survey findings