IDSA COVID-19 Information and Safety Resources

Members of the Infectious Diseases Society of America and its HIV Medicine Association across the country are on the front lines of COVID-19 responses in their communities. IDSA is proud to support their work in advancing research into COVID-19 and in development of data-driven, evidence-based research practices and responses. We offer these resources to help members of the public make informed decisions during this challenging time.

Clinicians: Visit the Real-Time Learning Network for expertly-curated resources that will be updated daily for the frontline health care community. 

Learn about IDSA’s and the Ad Council’s #MaskUpAmerica campaign.

IDSA COVID-19 Information and Safety Resources

• What the Experts Say About COVID-19 Risks: IDSA infographic summarizing activities that create low, medium and high risk of exposure to COVID-19.
• How to Stay Safe During Re-opening: Infographic with guidance and frequently asked questions to help members of the public minimize risk as their communities re-open.
• Face Coverings and Masks: Advice and Information for the General Public: IDSA fact sheet on effective face coverings and practices to prevent COVID-19 transmission.
• How to Safely Vote in Person: IDSA infographic explaining how to minimize COVID-19 risk while voting. See also this IDSA media briefing on safe voting practices during COVID-19.
• Charitable Organizations Providing COVID-19 Relief Services: A directory compiled by IDSA.
• Science Speaks blog: IDSA/HIVMA’s global infectious diseases blog coverage of COVID-19 developments starting Jan. 7, 2020.
• IDSA Featured Podcasts and Videos: Podcasts and media briefings on topics related to COVID-19 and issues surrounding other infectious diseases. Recent podcasts include:
  • Traveling in the Midst of a Pandemic
  • Anthony Fauci Shares ID Insights on COVID-19
  • Why Masking is Our Best Weapon
  • Voting During the COVID-19 Pandemic
  • The Flu Season Begins Amidst COVID-19

IDSA COVID-19 Recommendations and Action for U.S. Policy

• We Are ID Petition
  Petition signed by leading infectious disease and HIV specialists urging the federal government to base COVID-19-related policies in science, evidence and the guidance of public health experts.
• Infectious Diseases Specialists to FDA: Don’t Cut Corners in COVID-19 Vaccine Approval
  IDSA and HIVMA statement urging FDA to ensure that the approval of a COVID-19 vaccine is based in rigorous safety and efficacy data.
• As COVID-19 Cases Approach 5 Million in U.S., Infectious Diseases Leaders Call on White House for Unified Action on Masks
  IDSA and HIVMA statement asking the White House to issue a federal directive calling for mask requirements in all states to curtail the spread of COVID-19.
• Antimicrobial Resistance and COVID-19: How Congress Can Address Converging Crises
  Video recording of a July 23 Congressional briefing webinar hosted by IDSA.
• Controlling COVID-19 Surge and Preparing for the Fall
  Video recording of a Congressional briefing webinar hosted by IDSA, HIVMA, SHEA and PIDS in early July.

The State of the Pandemic: Domestic and Global Updates and Resources

• WHO Situation Reports
  Global data and daily briefings by the World Health Organization. 
• FDA Daily Roundups 
  Daily summaries of FDA actions related to COVID-19.
• CDC Reopening Guidance
  Comprehensive resource on surveillance, infection control, contact tracing, test usage, hospital indicators and setting-specific guidance.
• COVID-19 Employer Information for Office Buildings
  CDC health and safety guidance for office building employers, owners, managers and operations specialists.
• CDC Safety Practices for Critical Infrastructure Workers Who May Have Had COVID-19 Exposure 
  Interim guidance from CDC for employers of critical infrastructure workers who have had an exposure but remain asymptomatic.
• Characteristics of Adult Outpatients and Inpatients with COVID-19—11 Academic Medical Centers, United States, March–May 2020
  CDC data showing that fewer than half of COVID-19 patients were aware of recent close contact with an infected person.
• CDC U.S. COVID-19 Case Surveillance, January 22–May 30
  Data indicating that COVID-19 leads to severe outcomes in older adults and those with underlying health conditions.

Contact

For questions or suggestions regarding IDSA's COVID-19 response and available resources, contact info@idsociety.org.