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.
Dan’s Story (Pneumonia)
Dan’s chronic health condition put him at high risk for pneumonia. The pneumococcal vaccine may have saved his life.
Respiratory Immunization Updates: Protecting Maternal and Special Populations
NFID will host a webinar discussion on the importance of respiratory vaccination among pregnant women and immunocompromised individuals …
Influenza Antivirals Fact Sheet
Shareable fact sheet about influenza (flu) antivirals as a key tool to help manage flu—especially for those at high risk of serious complications
2025 National Survey on Respiratory Diseases
2025 national survey on attitudes and behaviors on flu, RSV, COVID-19, and pneumococcal disease
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 Baseball to Epidemiology with Walter A. Orenstein, MD
S1, E8: Walter A. Orenstein, MD, reflects on lessons learned from smallpox, measles, polio, and how his love of baseball influenced a remarkable career in epidemiology and public health …
Eradicating Smallpox with William H. Foege, MD, MPH
S1, E7: William H. Foege, MD, MPH, tells the remarkable story of the eradication of smallpox and reflects on the lessons learned that are still relevant today …
Recalling the Past and Predicting the Future with Stanley A. Plotkin, MD
S1, E6: Stanley A. Plotkin, MD, recalls the history of his work on life-saving vaccines for rubella and rotavirus, and discusses his predictions for the future …
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.
Adult Vaccine Resources
Videos, graphics, and social media posts to help raise awareness about the importance of adult vaccination