
Infectious IDeas
You are listening to Infectious IDeas, a podcast presented by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID), that goes beyond the science to explore the personal stories behind the people who do the work. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with inspiring leaders and humble heroes making a powerful impact on public health. Through their experiences, we uncover the human side of infectious disease prevention and treatment—all driven by a shared vision of healthier lives for all.
Podcasting since 2022 • 33 episodes
Infectious IDeas
Latest Episodes
Technology Enhancing Humanity with Eric Topol, MD
Join Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for a fascinating conversation with cardiologist and renowned biomedical researcher Eric Topol, MD, on the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine and healthcare. T...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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23:42

Empowering Patients and Caregivers with Elizabeth Cohen
Join Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for an inspiring conversation with medical journalist Elizabeth Cohen, who has dedicated her career to empowering patients and caregivers to be better advocates. A well-known author and for...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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15:03

A Lifelong Champion of Vaccine Safety—Kathryn M. Edwards, MD
Join Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for an inspiring conversation with Kathryn M. Edwards, MD, a renowned expert in childhood respiratory diseases and vaccine safety. Edwards shares her journey from a budding chemist to a tra...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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23:45

Voices of Public Health: Concerns and Hopes for the Future
In this special compilation episode of Infectious IDeas, hosts Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, revisit some of the most compelling moments from past episodes. Hear from leading public health experts as they share their biggest...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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10:32

Building Trust and Bridging Gaps with Reed V. Tuckson, MD
Join Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for an inspiring conversation with Reed V. Tuckson, MD, co-founder of the Black Coalition Against COVID and chair of the board of the Coalition for Trust in Health & Science. Tuckson ex...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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22:31

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