Latest News & Updates
News, perspectives, and resources about the prevention and treatment of infectious
diseases across the lifespan from NFID leaders and partners
Infectious Diseases
Protect yourself and your
family from preventable
infectious diseases
Measles
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease that can result in severe and sometimes permanent complications including pneumonia, seizures, brain damage, and even death
Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that infects people of all ages and is the most common infectious cause of birth defects in the US.
Hantavirus
Hantaviruses are a group of viruses spread by rodents that can cause severe, but rare, disease in humans
Immunization
Information about vaccines recommended for
children, adolescents, and adults
Resources
Tools to educate and engage the public, communities, and healthcare
professionals about infectious diseases across the lifespan
Lindsay’s Story (HPV)
After being diagnosed with cervical cancer, Lindsay became dedicated to raising awareness about cancer prevention and HPV vaccination
Strategies for Protecting Patients Before Travel
Join NFID and ISTM for a discussion on the importance of travel vaccines to help protect international travelers
Public Health in a Divided America: A Conversation with Asa Hutchinson
S4, E11: Former Arkansas Governon Asa Hutchinson reflects on how emergency preparedness, public trust, and cultural differences shape public health policy and response …
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
Education & Events
NFID offers continuing education activities and other events to
support increased awareness of infectious diseases
2026 Awards Gala
NFID will honor 3 outstanding individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to public health on October 20, 2026, in Washington, DC
Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research
The Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research (ACVR) addresses scientific advances in vaccine research, development, implementation, and evaluation
Clinical Vaccinology Course
Expert faculty provide the latest information on vaccines, including current vaccine recommendations and innovative and practical strategies to ensure timely and appropriate immunization
Webinars
NFID hosts webinars to increase awareness of the importance of infectious disease prevention and treatment
