Fidec Funcei

02/20/2026

💉 La vacuna MMR protege contra el sarampión, las paperas y la rubéola con más del 97 % de efectividad.

Aunque el sarampión fue declarado eliminado en 2003, la falta de vacunación ha provocado un repunte de casos.

Según datos del CDC, en 2025 se registraron 2,280 casos, y en 2026, hasta la fecha, se han reportado 910 casos de sarampión, con un 3 % de hospitalizaciones en EE. UU.

Este número seguirá aumentando si no se incrementa la vacunación.

¡Un pinchazo que salva vidas! 🙌

02/17/2026

¿Es segura la vacuna?

✅ Sí, es una de las vacunas más estudiadas del mundo.

Frequently Asked Questions ❓

➤ Is the vaccine safe?

✅ Yes, it's one of the most studied vaccines in the world.

¿Dónde vacunarme? 🔍https://www.vaccines.gov

➤ Where can I get vaccinated? 🔍https://www.vaccines.gov

02/11/2026

¿Cómo se trata el sarampión? ✨

¿Sabías que no existe un medicamento antiviral para tratar el sarampión? El objetivo principal es ayudar al paciente con tratamientos que alivien los síntomas y reduzcan el riesgo de complicaciones.

🏥 Algunos niños con sarampión grave pueden necesitar atención hospitalaria, que puede incluir:

💧 Líquidos por vía intravenosa
🤒 Medidas para aliviar los síntomas (como bajar la fiebre o calmar el dolor)
💊 Suplementación con vitamina A (siempre bajo supervisión médica)
🫁 Soporte con ventilador si hay dificultad para respirar
🦠 Tratamiento con antibióticos si aparecen infecciones bacterianas secundarias (como neumonía o infección de oído)

⚡ El sarampión a veces puede causar complicaciones graves — incluso la muerte — especialmente en bebés o personas con el sistema inmunológico debilitado.

✅ ¿La mejor manera de protegerte a ti y a tus hijos? Vacunarse: es segura, eficaz y previene complicaciones.

02/09/2026

Measles in Florida

Measles cases are rising across multiple areas in Florida, with new outbreaks reported in different cities and universities.

Measles is highly contagious—9 out of 10 unvaccinated people can get infected if they are exposed to measles. The MMR vaccine is the best protection.

What to know about measles:
Measles (rubeola) is caused by a highly contagious virus. It spreads through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes. The virus can remain active in the air or on surfaces for up to two hours, which is why it spreads so easily.

If you think you were exposed:
• Check your vaccination status (2 doses for full protection).
• If you are not vaccinated or unsure, talk to your healthcare provider and get vaccinated as soon as possible.
• Watch for symptoms for 21 days (fever, cough, rash, red eyes).
• If symptoms appear, stay home and contact a healthcare provider.

01/15/2026

01/14/2026

Gain hands-on medical experience while exploring one of the world’s most culturally rich regions.

The FIDEC Public Health Internship & Medical Observership in Armenia offers international students a unique opportunity to shadow healthcare professionals, engage in impactful community and public health projects, and receive personalized mentorship from experienced experts — all while immersing themselves in Armenian culture.

The program is open year-round to students in medicine, public health, nursing, dentistry, and related fields, and includes a Certificate of Completion to strengthen your academic and professional profile.

📍 Yerevan, Armenia

Apply now by sending your CV and a short motivation letter to:

📩 health@fidec-online.org

01/12/2026

Influenza activity is on the rise in our community, but there’s still time to get protected.

The flu vaccine protects against the three main strains that circulate every season.

This year, one flu strain developed seven mutations, increasing the risk of a more severe season. Vaccination is more important than ever.

01/06/2026

Influenza Levels Are Rising Nationwide – Stay Protected!

Flu activity is on the rise, and it’s more serious than many realize. This season alone, there have been at least 120,000 hospitalizations and over 5,000 deaths linked to influenza.

What can you do?

✅ Get your flu shot —the most effective way to protect yourself and your loved ones.
✅ Wash your hands frequently.
✅ Stay home if you’re feeling sick.
✅ Protect vulnerable groups like older adults and young children.

Let’s work together to keep our community healthy.

Share this message and encourage others to take preventive steps!

12/23/2025

We wish you happy holidays and a wonderful New Year!

12/22/2025

Sharing something exciting,

We're proud to announce that our Open Golf Tournament will celebrate its 25th Anniversary next year! ⛳️

Please save the date and get ready for fun contests, special surprises, and a meaningful celebration with everyone who has supported our tournament and helped make it such a success over the years.

We truly hope you'll join us as we celebrate 25 years on the course.

12/18/2025

Influenza activity is on the rise in our community, but there’s still time to get protected.

The flu vaccine protects against the three main strains that circulate every season.

This year, one flu strain developed seven mutations, increasing the risk of a more severe season. Vaccination is more important than ever.

12/09/2025

The Miami-Dade Immunization Coalition met on December 4, 2025, with members joining in person and virtually. Our guest speaker, Dr. Jorge Kalil, shared groundbreaking work on developing intranasal vaccines to prevent respiratory viral infections and transmission.

FIDEC presented Florida Shots data showing alarming declines in immunization doses for children and adults from 2019 through November 2025.

Together with the University of Miami, FIDEC continues to lead the coalition in supporting the Miami-Dade Health Department and partnering with public and private organizations to raise immunization rates in our community.