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Infectious Diseases

WebThis website is designed to provide education to the public and healthcare professionals about infectious diseases across the lifespan. All information on this site is for general …

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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases

WebStay informed with the latest news, research, and resources from the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID), a trusted resource for up-to-date …

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We The People… Have The Right To Be Vaccine-Preventable

WebJuly 4, 2019. In honor of Independence Day, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) is celebrating the right of all individuals to be free of vaccine-preventable …

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In Pursuit of Equity: Overcoming Health Disparities

WebKeith C. Ferdinand, MD, Tulane University School of Medicine (Gerald S. Berenson Endowed Chair in Preventative Cardiology): Health disparities among people …

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Katherine L. O’Brien, MD, MPH

WebThe Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Humanitarian Award honors individuals whose outstanding humanitarian efforts and achievements have contributed significantly to improving global …

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Attitudes about Influenza, COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, …

WebOnly 38% of US adults would get a flu and COVID-19 vaccine at the same time, if offered. Among those who would not get a flu and COVID-19 vaccine at the same …

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2022 National Survey: Attitudes about Influenza and …

WebThe National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) commissioned an annual survey to better understand beliefs about influenza (flu) and pneumococcal …

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Public Service Announcements

WebAnimated video on flu symptoms, prevention, and treatment, reminding viewers to get vaccinated each year and stay home when sick to help protect themselves and those …

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5 Reasons Why Vaccines Are Good for Your Heart

WebHere are 5 reasons why getting vaccinated is good for your heart: Fight Flu: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), among people …

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10 Reasons to Get Vaccinated

WebWhen you skip vaccines, you leave yourself vulnerable to illnesses such as shingles, flu, and HPV and hepatitis B–both leading causes of cancer. Vaccines are as important to your …

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National Immunization Awareness Month Resource Round-Up

WebImproving HPV Immunization among US Adults: Implementing Vaccine Recommendations, an online self-paced educational activity based on the latest …

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Meningococcal Disease – NFID

WebMeningococcal (muh-nin-jo-cok-ul) disease is a serious bacterial illness that can lead to severe swelling of the tissues surrounding the brain and spinal cord (meningitis) or …

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The Triumph of Science: The Incredible Story of Smallpox Eradication

WebSmallpox is also the first disease for which a vaccine was developed and vaccination played a significant role in eradicating the disease. Prior to eradication, …

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Combating the Resurgence of Measles and Other Preventable …

WebWebinars. Combating the Resurgence of Measles and Other Preventable Diseases. DATE. April 30, 2024 11:00 am. Register. Join the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases …

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Progress Report: Reducing the Burden of RSV across the Lifespan

WebIn January 2022, NFID issued a Call to Action outlining key strategic priorities to reduce the burden of RSV across the lifespan. The Call to Action was based on …

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William Schaffner, MD – NFID

WebWilliam Schaffner, MD, is past medical director of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) and formerly served as NFID liaison to the Advisory Committee on …

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Sponsorship Opportunities

WebInterested in reaching organizations and individuals passionate about the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases? Join the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases …

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