Learn how the Biocontainment Care Unit team is enhancing regional preparedness through collaboration, process improvement, and strengthened response coordination within the RESPTC network.
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SPECTRE Program Hosts Annual Workshop for UTMB’s Biocontainment Care Unit Team
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Empowering Preparedness: SPECTRE Highlights Regional Impact at SETRAC with 'Training for Readiness'
Read more about how the SPECTRE team is advancing emergency preparedness across Region 6 through innovative training and education.
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SPECTRE Drives Regional Dialogue on Special Pathogen Readiness
Want to see how SPECTRE and UTMB are shaping the future of infectious disease preparedness in Region 6? Read the full recap of this impactful stakeholder meeting.
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HHS Region 6 Project ECHO Preparedness Cohort: A collaborative space to strengthen regional readiness
UTMB SPECTRE is launching a new Project ECHO learning network to connect emergency preparedness partners across HHS Region 6 for practical case-based learning, expert insights, and stronger cross-sector collaboration.
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UTMB Hosts 2nd Annual CTD-SPECTRE Symposium on Emerging Infectious Diseases
Discover how the CTD-SPECTRE 2nd Annual Symposium brought together leading experts and emerging scientists to advance the future of infectious disease research and global health preparedness.
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Strengthening Regional Readiness: SPECTRE Hosts “Frontline Training” for Houston Methodist Infection Prevention Team
UTMB’s SPECTRE program recently hosted hands-on HCID preparedness training for 35 Houston Methodist Infection Preventionists strengthening regional readiness across eight hospitals; read more to see how your facility can benefit from this impactful training.
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SPECTRE’s Malinda Ruelas Attended National Clinical Trials Workshop
Curious how clinical research experts are tackling some of today’s most complex challenges? Read more about a recent workshop focused on advancing data integrity in high-stakes environments.
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New Publication: Preparedness and Response for High-Consequence Infectious Disease
Discover how UTMB/SPECTRE’s Dr. Corri Levine and UTMB’s Nicole Cloutier are shaping infectious disease preparedness read more to explore their impactful insights.
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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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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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Hands-on Readiness: NETEC and Region 6 RESPTC Host Special Pathogens Training in San Antonio
Read more about how NETEC and SPECTRE are enhancing frontline preparedness for high-consequence infectious diseases through hands-on, interdisciplinary training in San Antonio.
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SPECTRE’s Dr. Susan McLellan Weighs in on the Dangers of Unproven Measles Treatments
A measles outbreak in West Texas, fueled by misinformation and vaccine hesitancy, has led to the use of unproven treatments over the proven MMR vaccine. Many experts warn that promoting these alternatives puts lives at risk and undermines public trust in effective prevention.
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Key Takeaways from “The Joint Commission, PPE, and Me” Webinar
The NETEC webinar highlighted TJC standards for acute care and critical access facilities, focusing on PPE for respiratory pathogens and viral hemorrhagic fevers. Smaller facilities were encouraged to adapt available resources, with an emphasis on hands-on training for PPE competency. For more details, read the full webinar recap.
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SPECTRE’s Hands-On Training Prepares Nursing Students for Emerging Infectious Diseases
Discover how the SPECTRE program is training nursing students in biocontainment, PPE use, outbreak response, and infection prevention for high-consequence infectious diseases (HCIDs) in our latest blog.
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Measles Town Hall 101
The Measles 101 Town Hall with Dr. Susan McLellan, MD, MPH, Director of SPECTRE at UTMB, provided valuable insights on measles symptoms, the infectious period, and how both healthcare providers and the public can help combat the disease. Don't miss this opportunity to listen to expert advice on prevention and response—tune in now to stay informed!