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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID)

@nfidvaccines.bsky.social
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Non-profit focused on educating and engaging the public, communities, and healthcare professionals about infectious diseases across the lifespan #IDsky

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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Latest episode of #InfectiousIDeas features compelling conversation with #Ebola survivor and global health expert @craigspencer.bsky.social @brownpublichealth.bsky.social 🎧 Listen to his powerful story: www.nfid.org/podcast/from... #GlobalHealth #NFIDPodcast
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From Shark Dreams to Global Health
Craig Spencer, MD, MPH, shares lessons from Ebola to COVID-19, highlighting crisis leadership, empathy, and why lessons of past pandemics must not be forgotten ...
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
Although many US adults know the basics of handwashing (soap and water for at least 2️⃣0️⃣ seconds in key places where germs are likely to spread), there is still room for improvement in handwashing behavior www.nfid.org/wp-content/u... #WashYourHands #HandsInForHandwashing
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
#OnThisDay in 2007… FDA approved 1st US #vaccine for humans against avian influenza virus H5N1 #FightFlu #IDSky #MedSky
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
🧬 From breakthrough platforms to advanced adjuvants, the future of respiratory virus #vaccines is here. Join NFID online on 5/5-7 at the 2025 #NFIDACVR for discussions on exciting new developments ... Complimentary registration available: www.nfid.org/acvr #IDSky #MedSky
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
#NFID Adult #Vaccine Uptake Dashboard helps users design effective, community-specific vaccination campaigns, developed in collaboration with Fraym, Association of Immunization Managers, and @nacchoalerts.bsky.social Learn more and request access: www.nfid.org/us-vaccine-u...
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Kevin Ault @kevinault.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
please @nfidvaccines.bsky.social for our Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research coming up in May - it is a virtual meeting with complimentary registration.
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Eric Topol @erictopol.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
I spoke with @nfidvaccines.bsky.social's William Schaffner and Marla Dalton www.nfid.org/podcast/tech...
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Technology Enhancing Humanity
Eric Topol, MD, discusses the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine and healthcare and how AI can help strengthen the patient-doctor relationship and reduce medical errors ....
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us during the @apha.org #NPHWChat! There is so much to learn about public health and so many different ways to get involved
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Fired but Fighting (National Public Health Coalition) @firedbutfighting.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
A4 (1/3): Policies and programs that address a person’s whole health are important to promoting healthy living. All aspects of health are closely connected. Infectious disease prevention is connected to chronic disease prevention which is connected to injury prevention and on and on. #NPHWChat
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NPHW 2025 @scatteredrain.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
A3 Extreme weather resilience now includes public health interventions like cooling centers and vector-borne disease mitigation—highlighting how health and climate are no longer siloed. apha.org/infographic #NPHW #NPHWChat
National Public Health Week 2025 Infographic – Public Health Achievements over 30 years. This infographic features a structured layout with text, icons, and numerical data. Increase awareness of the intersection between climate and health since 1995.
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Jill Rosenthal @jillrose.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
A1 for Q1: The Vaccines For Children (VFC) Program- Prevented 472 million illnesses and 29.8 million hospitalizations in the first 30 years. #NPHWChat www.cdc.gov/vaccines-for...
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About the Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program
Learn about how vaccine access for children has saved the United States money and created health equ
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
A1: Vaccination is one of the most important achievements in public health, from eradicating smallpox to eliminating polio and measles. NFID is committed to preserving and strengthening US immunization programs to help ensure healthier lives for all. #NPHWChat
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APHA @apha.org · 09/04/2025
Happening TODAY: The #NPHWChat is almost here! Gather your friends and join us for an exciting conversation starting at 2 p.m. ET
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
1️⃣ day left to register for complimentary #NFID webinar on Ensuring Equitable Access to Vaccines 📆 April 8, 2025 at 12PM ET with NFID Medical Director @aradultimmdoc.medsky.social, Adjoa Kyerematen, Reed Tuckson, MD, and Julissa Soto, MPH Register online for access:🔗 ow.ly/ZywJ50VqQgU
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
News Round-Up: Infectious Disease Threats via #NFIDBlog ow.ly/tYBT50VklNS
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
Vaccines and Heart Health: A Vital Connection Heart disease can increase the risk of serious or fatal complications from diseases including COVID-19, flu, and RSV ow.ly/NvZm50V6Ooi @americanheart.bsky.social #GetVaccinated #LowerYourRisk #FightFlu #HeartMonth #MedSky
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Vaccines and Heart Health: A Vital Connection
Heart disease can increase the risk of serious or fatal complications from respiratory diseases including COVID-19, flu, and RSV
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Roses are red, violets are blue, A flu vaccine shows I care for you! No fever, no chills, no aches to bear, Just love and health—because I care. So go #GetVaccinated, don’t delay, Let’s stay flu-free this Valentine’s Day! 💘✨ Learn more: www.nfid.org/flu #FightFlu
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Harnessing the Power of Local Data: #NFID dashboard aims to empower stakeholders with local data to increase US adult vaccine uptake ow.ly/sIOi50UWUyq Partners include @nacchoalerts.bsky.social and Association of Immunization Managers, along with technology partner Fraym
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Harnessing The Power of Local Data
NFID dashboard aims to empower stakeholders with hyperlocal data to increase US adult respiratory vaccine uptake
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Need strategies to help prevent infectious diseases and ⬆️ vaccination rates in pregnant women 🤰? Don't miss #NFID webinar on 2/13 at 2PM ET with @ACOG and @infantcoalition, Vaccines during Pregnancy: Protecting Maternal and Infant Health Register: www.nfid.org/webinar/vacc...
NFID webinar on 2/13 discussing vaccines during pregnancy
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
📢 Excited to share the 2024 #NFID Impact Report! Working together, we have made strides in preventing infectious diseases and saving lives ... #ThankYou to all of the donors, partners, and supporters who helped make it possible 💙 Learn more: www.nfid.org/resource/2024-impact-report/
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2024 NFID Impact Report
Annual report highlighting 2024 activities and key accomplishments, showcasing efforts to improve public health through partnerships, programs, and advocacy
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 01/01/2025
🎙️ 🆕 #InfectiousIDeas episode featuring #PublicHealth thought leaders sharing their concerns and hopes for the future 🌟 Don’t miss the highlights of these insightful conversations 👉 www.nfid.org/podcast/voic... #VaccinesSaveLives #HealthEquity #NFIDPodcast
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Voices of Public Health: Concerns and Hopes for the Future
A special compilation featuring compelling conversations with public health thought leaders sharing their concerns and hopes for the future ...
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 24/12/2024
📣 Calling all #vaccine researchers! The call for abstracts is currently OPEN for the 2025 #NFID Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research. Share your research, learn, and collaborate with colleagues and experts in vaccinology from around the world ➡️ nfid.org/2025abstracts #NFIDACVR
2025 NFID Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research Call for Abstracts postcard
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Join @nfidvaccines.bsky.social on 1/7/2025 at 2PM ET for a complimentary #CME webinar on COVID-19 Updates and Best Practices with experts from FDA and CDC Learn more and register: ow.ly/QRHC50UsL2M
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COVID-19 Updates and Best Practices (CME Webinar)
NFID webinar discussion on COVID-19 updates and US vaccination recommendations ...
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Kevin Ault @kevinault.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
The @nfidvaccines.bsky.social is accepting abstract submissions for their Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research - #MedSky + #IDSky. www.nfid.org/education-ev...
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NFID Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research - Home
Call for Abstracts Now Open The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) invites abstract submissions of original research in the field of vaccinology. Abstracts are peer-reviewed for qualit...
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
What do people with diabetes, heart disease, asthma, and COPD all have in common? They are all at increased risk for pneumococcal disease. Talk with a trusted healthcare professional about vaccines to help #PreventPneumo and learn more at: www.nfid.org/pneumococcal
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
HPV vaccination programs for adults age 27-45 years could benefit certain subgroups but are ultimately more costly and less effective vs. vaccination of those younger than 26 years, data show www.healio.com/news/primary...
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HPV vaccination programs may benefit certain at-risk adults
HPV vaccination programs for adults aged 27 to 45 years could benefit certain subgroups but are ultimately more costly and less effective vs. vaccination of those aged younger than 26 years, data show...
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
Why whooping cough cases are spiking across the US ... Surge in cases is likely a return to the pre-pandemic cycle www.statnews.com/2024/11/22/w...
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Why whooping cough cases are spiking across the U.S.
Whooping cough cases haven't been this high at this time of year since 2014, according to the CDC
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
#ICYMI: Trial shows safety of getting #COVID-19 and #flu #vaccines at same time ow.ly/FMHX50Ub9rc
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) @nfidvaccines.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
#Measles cases surge worldwide, infecting more than 10 million people in 2023—20% increase from 2022 according to @WHO and @CDCgov ow.ly/AWcl50UaTlm #GetVaccinated #PreventMeasles
Description of how measles is spread and how contagious it is
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