PAHO’s newly launched dashboard offers an interactive, multilingual platform for tracking respiratory virus trends across the Americas, with real-time data to support public health decision-making—learn more about the latest developments.
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NETEC News & Blog Know Your PPE: The Must-Have Resource for Healthcare Professionals Caring for Special Pathogen Patients
Discover how the “Know Your PPE” guide can strengthen your infection control and training efforts read now to stay informed and ready for special pathogen scenarios.
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NETEC News & Blog "NIOSH Voluntarily Rescinds Approvals for Select Kimberly-Clark and ivWatch Respirators"
Following a recent NIOSH update, select Kimberly-Clark and ivWatch respirators are no longer approved and should be removed from use in regulated settings.
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NETEC NEWS & BLOG "Tranquil Passport: Testing the Nation's Special Pathogen Readiness Ahead of the FIFA World Cup"
Discover how the Tranquil Passport exercise strengthened U.S. preparedness for global health threats using cutting-edge biocontainment technology read more to see how the nation is gearing up for events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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New Release: Essential Clinical Insights on Nipah Virus
A timely clinical guide on Nipah virus has been published, highlighting essential information to enhance frontline readiness against this WHO-designated pandemic threat.
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NETEC News & Blog "Readiness in Real Life: Inside Bellevue's No-Notice Drill"
A no-notice drill at Bellevue Hospital showed that even low-cost, real-world exercises can significantly enhance special pathogen preparedness, explore the full report to learn how your team can do the same
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NETEC News & Blog "Drills vs. Exercises: Why Both Are Critical in Special Pathogens Preparedness"
NETEC’s Transmission Interrupted podcast episode explores how Emory’s Serious Communicable Diseases Program used past drills and simulations to uncover gaps and enhance infectious disease preparedness.
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Suriname Certified Malaria-Free by WHO
Leading the way in the Amazon region, Suriname has earned malaria-free certification from the WHO, marking a major public health victory achieved through decades of innovation, dedication, and prevention efforts.
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NETEC Transmission Interrupted Podcast "Special Pathogen Preparedness: Strengthening Response with Drills and Exercises"
This episode explores how nationwide drills and real-world exercises are strengthening special pathogen preparedness and enhancing public health response.
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NETEC NEWS & BLOG "Strengthening Global Preparedness: NETEC hosts Japan Institute for Health Security Delegation"
Discover how NETEC and Japan’s Institute for Health Security are working together to advance global infectious disease readiness through strategic visits and partnership agreements.
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NETEC News & Blog PRESS RELEASE "New Federal Portable Biocontainment Unit (PBCU) Put to the Test in National Health Security Exercise Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026"
NETEC helped deploy HHS’s Portable Biocontainment Unit for the first time, demonstrating the U.S. health system’s readiness to manage and transport patients with high-risk infectious diseases.
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PAHO Executive Committee Kicks Off 176th Session, Addressing Key Health Issues in the Americas
PAHO’s Executive Committee met to advance health initiatives in the Americas, focusing on collaboration, fair access to medical treatments, and enhanced disease control.
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NETEC and RESPTCs in Action at APIC 2025
NETEC and RESPTCs showcased innovative strategies and hands-on training to advance national special pathogen preparedness at APIC 2025 — read more to explore their impact and resources.
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NETEC NEWS & BLOG "Avian Influenza in 2025: Why This Moment Matters for Pandemic Preparedness"
In 2025, the detection of H5N1 in dairy cows and humans across all 50 states has prompted increased attention and a call for coordinated monitoring and response.
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PAHO/WHO: Eastern Caribbean Launches Regional Project to Strengthen Pandemic Preparedness and Response
A new project launched in the Eastern Caribbean aims to strengthen health systems and pandemic preparedness through a collaborative, One Health approach.
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The Infectious Disease Podcast "From Four Corners to Hollywood: Tracing Hantavirus's Deadly Path"
In the latest episode of the Infectious Disease Podcast, Dr. Thomas Ksiazek explores the ongoing dangers of hantavirus, revealing how everyday exposures can turn deadly and why early detection and global coordination are vital to stopping future outbreaks.
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NETEC NEWS & BLOG "Powering Preparedness: Bellevue Hospital Leads with Scalable Models and Research in Special Pathogens"
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue is leading national special pathogens preparedness with innovative, scalable strategies—learn more about their latest efforts to strengthen healthcare readiness.
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NETEC NEWS & BLOG "When Trash Becomes a Threat: Lessons in HCID Waste Management"
NETEC’s newest blog highlights why healthcare facilities must be prepared to handle infectious waste safely during outbreaks of diseases such as Ebola and Lassa fever.
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NETEC Webinar Series: Ophthalmic Manifestations of Mpox What Clinicians Need to Know
NETEC’s webinar explores mpox-related eye complications and emphasizes early diagnosis, treatment, and global lessons to support clinical and infection control efforts.
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NETEC Transmission Interrupted "Isolation and Waste: Lessons from the Frontlines of Special Pathogen Preparedness"
Experts in this episode of Transmission Interrupted share insights on safely handling high-risk infectious waste, emphasizing real-world lessons, regulatory guidance, and preparedness strategies.