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Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak offers urgent lessons for the US: how fast measles spreads, who faces severe illness, and why ...

Respiratory illnesses—including influenza (flu), COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and pneumococcal disease—remain important causes of illness and serious health outcomes in the United ...

NFID President-Elect Kevin A. Ault, MD, reflects on the importance of immunizing his pregnant patients, as part of our series for National Immunization Awareness Month. Several years ago, I was ...

Robert H. Hopkins, Jr., MD, medical director of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID), shares guidance for families as National Immunization Awareness Month 2026 gets underway. One of ...

Bethesda, MD (July 8, 2026)—The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) is pleased to announce the 2026-2027 NFID Board of Directors and leadership team, including President Monica M.

Summer is peak travel season, with millions of Americans heading to beaches, mountains, camps, and cruises. Whether you are planning a weekend road trip or an overseas adventure, taking a few simple ...

Bethesda, MD (May 18, 2026)—The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) has announced the 2026 recipients of the prestigious NFID awards honoring outstanding individuals who have made ...

Bethesda, MD (May 12, 2026)—The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID)—in partnership with the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA)—convened 15 leading medical and professional ...

Simple actions—like washing your hands—remain one of the most powerful tools to help prevent infections and save lives Bethesda, MD (May 5, 2026)—In recognition of World Hand Hygiene Day, the National ...