Tools & Resources
NFID resources include graphics, videos, webinars, and other tools, as well as expert perspectives and stories of real people whose lives have been impacted by infectious diseases.
Why Get Vaccinated for Hepatitis?
Vaccines offer the body’s best defense against hepatitis A and hepatitis B and can help prevent lifelong liver disease
Strengthening Vaccine Communications in Diverse Healthcare Settings
In this recorded webinar, NFID, NASN, and NACCHO host a panel discussion on the importance of effective vaccine communication across diverse healthcare practice settings
Patsy’s Story (Measles)
Patsy experienced measles firsthand as a child, then helped manage future outbreaks as a nurse practitioner
Real Stories,
Real People
Stories from those who have been impacted by infectious diseases to help others understand more about vaccine-preventable diseases, drug-resistant infections, and other infectious diseases
Infectious IDeas Podcast
NFID podcast series features thought-provoking conversations with leading experts and humble heroes that lead to infectious ideas.
From Emergency Medicine to Public Health Champion with Georges C. Benjamin, MD
S4, E8: Georges C. Benjamin, MD, executive director of the American Public Health Association, explains why trust is built through relationships, transparency, and consistent action over time …
Communicating Science in a Misinformation Age with William Schaffner, MD
S4, E7: Drawing on decades of experience, infectious disease expert William Schaffner, MD, explains why effective science communication must reach hearts as well as minds to change behavior …
Science, Resilience, and the Road Ahead with Jeremy Farrar, FRS
S4, E6: Jeremy Farrar, FRS, of the World Health Organization (WHO), shares personal lessons on failure, leadership under pressure, and why optimism, humility, and inclusion are essential to shaping the future of public health …
Videos
Videos and other public service announcements (PSAs) highlight the importance of timely prevention and treatment of infectious diseases across the lifespan.
Flu Moves Fast—You Should Too
Just like a broken bone or a heart attack, fast action matters with flu. Antiviral medications can help you recover more quickly and may prevent serious complications.
Protecting Adolescents
You can’t protect your kids from everything—but you can protect them from preventable diseases like meningitis and cancer by following the recommended adolescent vaccination schedule.