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 VI. Our newsletter covers infection control standards, training events, public health initiatives, and outbreak updates.

The Infectious Disease Podcast "From Four Corners to Hollywood: Tracing Hantavirus's Deadly Path"

June 16, 2025 • 8:00 a.m.

Special Pathogens / HCID’s

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.

NETEC NEWS & BLOG "Powering Preparedness: Bellevue Hospital Leads with Scalable Models and Research in Special Pathogens"

June 16, 2025 • 8:00 a.m.

Education Special Pathogens / HCID’s

NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue is leading national special pathogens preparedness with innovative, scalable strategies—learn more about their latest efforts to strengthen healthcare readiness.

NETEC NEWS & BLOG "When Trash Becomes a Threat: Lessons in HCID Waste Management"

June 16, 2025 • 8:00 a.m.

Special Pathogens / HCID’s

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.

Upcoming Events

TEPHI INFECTION PREVENTION & CONTROL SEMINAR SERIES "High Level Disinfection"

July 3, 2025 - 2pm-3pm

TEPHI’s latest module in their Infection Prevention & Control series offers essential training on high-level disinfection practices in healthcare, covering key procedures and monitoring, and provides accredited continuing education credits.

Measles 101 Town Hall

Stay informed and protect your community! Watch this important town hall from the Houston Health Department on recent measles cases, symptoms, and prevention. Dr. Susan McLellan, MD, MPH, Director of SPECTRE at UTMB, joins as a presenter to share expert insights on measles preparedness and response.

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