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 "Strengthening Global Preparedness: NETEC hosts Japan Institute for Health Security Delegation"
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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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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.
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SPECTRE BLOG "Not Just Practice-Preparation: June's BCU Training at UTMB"
Boosting regional readiness in HHS Region 6, the SPECTRE program teamed up with UTMB’s Biocontainment Care Unit for hands-on infectious disease training—learn more about how this effort strengthens frontline response.
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Strengthening Regional Preparedness Through Partnership Belleve Hospital and NJHA Lead Train-the-Trainer Event
A NETEC-supported Train-the-Trainer event hosted by NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue and the New Jersey Hospital Association advanced the NSPS mission by strengthening regional partnerships and equipping healthcare professionals with critical special pathogen response skills.
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Strengthening Frontline Connections for a Safer Healthcare Environment
Experts on the latest Transmission Interrupted episode stress that resilient healthcare systems depend on empowered frontline workers, clear communication, and consistent, real-world training.
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HHS launches new Portable Biocontainment Unit, Only domestic capability of transporting and treating patients with high-consequence infectious disease
Find out more about ASPR’s new Portable Biocontainment Unit designed for safe transport of infectious disease patients.
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NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue and NETEC Lead Regional Training on Special Pathogens Lab Skills
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue and NETEC held a special pathogen training for lab staff, combining virtual lessons on infectious disease protocols with hands-on practice in PPE use, spill response, and lab safety.
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Tune in to NETEC's latest episode of Transmission Interrupted, PPE and The Joint Commission Standards on the Podcast: Key Insights for Healthcare
Valuable insights are shared on the new Joint Commission requirements, strategies for strengthening facility preparedness for special pathogens, and best practices for training healthcare staff in this episode of NETEC's Transmission Interrupted."
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NETEC Annual Report 2024: Advancing America's National Health Security
The FY24 Annual Report from NETEC highlights the organization's ongoing commitment to national health security and preparedness for special pathogens.
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Texas Announces First Death in Measles Outbreak
The Texas Department of State Health Services has confirmed the first death from measles in the ongoing outbreak in the South Plains and Panhandle areas.
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Measles Outbreak Spreads Across Texas and New Mexico
A rapidly spreading measles outbreak is making waves across Texas and New Mexico. The situation is evolving quickly, and it’s crucial to stay informed on how this might affect you and your community.
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Oklahoma Health Alert: Avian & Seasonal Flu
The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) has issued a health advisory
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Regional Highlight-Texas
Texas Respiratory Illness Interactive Dashboard Updated
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NSPS Conducts World Cup 2026 Tabletop Exercise: Preparing for Global Health Security During Major Sporting Events
Healthcare experts are strengthening readiness for potential health security threats as North America prepares to host the largest FIFA World Cup in history in June 2026. The National Special Pathogen System (NSPS) recently conducted a national tabletop exercise to address challenges posed by special pathogens during the landmark event.