National Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS) Recognition Day

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At a glance

National Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS) Recognition Day is the first Friday in October. We recognize DIS for the many roles they take on to protect people across the nation. Whether tackling STD prevention, tuberculosis outbreak response, HIV exposure notification, or emergency response – DIS bring a special set of skills and level of dedication matched by few in the field.

DIS remain the backbone of public health in the United States.

2026 DIS Recognition Day

2026 DIS Day Letter - from Puja Seth, PhD, Acting Director, Division of STD Prevention

DIS in action

Resources

This video provides a great overview of the need, process, and status of the DIS Certification Project.

This infographic explains what STI contact tracing is, why it's important, and the role DIS play in making it happen.

STI prevention stories

Content Source
National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and Tuberculosis Prevention; About Division of STD Prevention
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Published: May 15, 2024
Updated: September 17, 2026

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