SPECTRE Regional Newsletter

This week's news!

Stay updated with the latest news, events, and resources on special pathogen preparedness and response in HHS Region 6. Our newsletter covers infection control standards, training events, public health initiatives, and outbreak updates.  

Upcoming Events

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SETRAC 17th Annual Preparedness Coalition Symposium

-, 2026 Galveston Island Convention Center at The San Luis Resort - 5222 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77551 U.S.

Register now to join professionals advancing collaboration and strengthening community preparedness and resilience.
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SETRAC 17th Annual Regional Healthcare Preparedness Coalition Symposium

-, 2026 Galveston, TX U.S.

Register today to connect with preparedness professionals and strengthen emergency preparedness and resilience.
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ID Week 2026

-, 2026 Washington, D.C U.S.

Take a closer look at the event and discover the ideas, insights, and conversations shaping the future of infectious disease.
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APIC United-States Canada Outbreaks: Shared Lessons Learned for Infection Preventionists

, 2026 - -

Register today to gain practical strategies for strengthening outbreak response and infection prevention across borders.
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National Healthcare Coalition Preparedness Conference-Harboring Strength: Uniting Coalitions for a Safer Tomorrow

- , 2026 Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center - National Harbor, MD U.S.

Learn more about the conversations, connections, and innovations driving the future of healthcare preparedness.
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40th Annual AHA Rural Healthcare Leadership Conference

- , 2027 Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek - 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando, FL 32821 U.S.

Connect with rural healthcare leaders and gain practical insights to help your organization thrive.
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Association of Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Professionals (AHEPP)Annual Conference 2027

-, 2027 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at the Entrance to Universal Orlando - 5780 Major Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819 U.S.

Ready to bring fresh perspective back to your team? Consider attending AHEPP Annual this February.

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