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.
Jamie’s Story (Meningococcal Disease)
Meningitis vaccine matters: A college student survived meningococcal disease but lost both legs and all fingers. Read her story about why prevention counts.
Strategies for Protecting Patients Before Travel
In this recorded webinar, NFID and ISTM host a discussion on the importance of travel vaccines to help protect international travelers
Improving Hepatitis B Prevention in US Adults
In this recorded webinar, NFID hosts a discussion of strategies to prevent hepatitis B among adults and increase vaccine uptake
Addressing the Resurgence of Measles
In this recorded webinar, NFID hosts a discussion highlighting the importance of vaccination to help protect against severe illness during the ongoing measles outbreak …
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.
Building a Legacy of Health Equity with Kathleen M. Neuzil, MD, MPH
S5, E1: Kathleen M. Neuzil, MD, MPH, discusses global immunization policy, disease surveillance, and the effort to eradicate polio …
Listening to Learn with Heidi J. Larson, PhD
S4, E12: Heidi J. Larson, PhD, explains why vaccine hesitancy is often a relationship challenge rather than simply an information problem …
Public Health in a Divided America: A Conversation with Asa Hutchinson
S4, E11: Former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson reflects on how emergency preparedness, public trust, and cultural differences shape public health policy and response …
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.