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.
How To Spot Health Misinformation
Health misinformation can spread quickly and cause real harm. This NFID resource highlights simple, practical tips to help you identify unreliable health information …
Kaden’s Story (Flu)
Kaden was an otherwise healthy, active 7-year-old who ended up losing both of his legs due to complications from flu
Communication Strategies to Build Trust and Address Misinformation
In this recorded webinar, NFID and the Coalition for Trust in Health & Science host a webinar discussion on the importance of effective communication strategies in building trust and addressing misinformation about vaccine-preventable diseases …
Thimerosal and Vaccines
Thimerosal is a mercury-based preservative that has been used safely in vaccines for decades to prevent microbial growth …
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.
A Lifelong Champion of Vaccine Safety—Kathryn M. Edwards, MD
S3, E7: Kathryn M. Edwards, MD, shares her journey from a budding chemist to a trailblazer in the prevention of pediatric infectious diseases and an advocate for ensuring vaccine safety and efficacy in the US …
Voices of Public Health: Concerns and Hopes for the Future
S3, E6: A special compilation featuring compelling conversations with public health thought leaders sharing their concerns, hopes for the future, and strategies for tackling critical public health challenges …
Building Trust and Bridging Gaps with Reed V. Tuckson, MD
S3, E5: Reed V. Tuckson, MD, discusses the urgent need to rebuild trust in science and health, particularly in underserved communities …
Videos
Videos and other public service announcements (PSAs) highlight the importance of timely prevention and treatment of infectious diseases across the lifespan.
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
Preventable Problems
Life is full of unavoidable challenges—but some are preventable. Staying up to date on all recommended vaccines helps protect you and those you care about from serious diseases.