ASPR: HHS Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response
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ASPR leads nation's medical and public health preparedness for, response to, and recovery from disasters and public health emergencies. Want to know more? Visit https://aspr.hhs.gov!
Coming this Spring: @MRC_ASPR & ASPR TRACIE are teaming up to build a centralized, easy-to-use resource hub to help Medical Reserve Corps units bolster state & local resilience & improve disaster preparedness, response, & recovery. https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=505
January 26, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Coming this Spring: @MRC_ASPR & ASPR TRACIE are teaming up to build a centralized, easy-to-use resource hub to help Medical Reserve Corps units bolster state & local resilience & improve disaster preparedness, response, & recovery. https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=505
When winter storms cause power outages, data saves lives. ASPR's HHS emPOWER Program provides states and localities with data, mapping & AI tools to protect at-risk Medicare beneficiaries, including 4.6M+ who use electricity-dependent medical equipment. https://empowerprogram.hhs.gov/
January 25, 2026 at 12:35 AM
When winter storms cause power outages, data saves lives. ASPR's HHS emPOWER Program provides states and localities with data, mapping & AI tools to protect at-risk Medicare beneficiaries, including 4.6M+ who use electricity-dependent medical equipment. https://empowerprogram.hhs.gov/
When utilities fail, patient care is at risk. With severe winter weather expected this weekend, now is the time for hospitals facilities to get ready. Explore ASPR TRACIE resources on planning for & responding to utility failure. https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/technical-resources/35/utility-failures/0
January 24, 2026 at 11:52 PM
When utilities fail, patient care is at risk. With severe winter weather expected this weekend, now is the time for hospitals facilities to get ready. Explore ASPR TRACIE resources on planning for & responding to utility failure. https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/technical-resources/35/utility-failures/0
This #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay, explore 3 toolkits to help health care providers prepare to address the needs of mothers, infants, and children before, during, and after a disaster hits. Learn more: https://aspr.hhs.gov/at-risk/Pages/default.aspx #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay
January 23, 2026 at 10:15 PM
This #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay, explore 3 toolkits to help health care providers prepare to address the needs of mothers, infants, and children before, during, and after a disaster hits. Learn more: https://aspr.hhs.gov/at-risk/Pages/default.aspx #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay
Extreme cold and winter weather can have serious consequences for healthcare facilities, vulnerable patients, and healthcare staff. ASPR TRACIE’s resource can help your healthcare facility plan to fill preparedness gaps before this weekend’s storm. https://bit.ly/4qCTW0t
January 23, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Extreme cold and winter weather can have serious consequences for healthcare facilities, vulnerable patients, and healthcare staff. ASPR TRACIE’s resource can help your healthcare facility plan to fill preparedness gaps before this weekend’s storm. https://bit.ly/4qCTW0t
John Knox joined public health experts on Capitol Hill Steering Committee on Health Security’s panel the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act. For 20 years, PAHPA’s authorities have empowered ASPR to respond effectively and adapt to emerging threats.
Great panel discussion yesterday on how to strengthen our #health #security with key leaders Rep. Andy Harris, John Knox, Julie Gerberding, Phyllis Arthur, @andypinpa.bsky.social and @t-inglesby.bsky.social at “PAHPA Turns 20: Reauthorizing Readiness for Domestic Health Security Threats”.
January 22, 2026 at 10:08 PM
John Knox joined public health experts on Capitol Hill Steering Committee on Health Security’s panel the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act. For 20 years, PAHPA’s authorities have empowered ASPR to respond effectively and adapt to emerging threats.
Unity of command saves lives. 20 years ago, the Pandemic & All-Hazards Preparedness Act consolidated federal public health & medical preparedness so we could act decisively. ASPR uses these authorities to protect Americans from health security threats. https://bit.ly/3LMMAIv
January 21, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Unity of command saves lives. 20 years ago, the Pandemic & All-Hazards Preparedness Act consolidated federal public health & medical preparedness so we could act decisively. ASPR uses these authorities to protect Americans from health security threats. https://bit.ly/3LMMAIv
Preparedness means acting before the next outbreak. With 150+ representatives on site, the SMART Antiviral Prize launch included @HHS_ASPR John Knox as a keynote speaker. PDAS Knox highlighted why broad-spectrum antivirals are vital to national health security. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Nnd2sN
January 20, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Preparedness means acting before the next outbreak. With 150+ representatives on site, the SMART Antiviral Prize launch included @HHS_ASPR John Knox as a keynote speaker. PDAS Knox highlighted why broad-spectrum antivirals are vital to national health security. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Nnd2sN
HHS leaders exercised fundamental aspects of emergency response and examined how to ensure essential functions continue during disasters. During the exercise, HHS leaders exercised how to ensure continuity of operations in a dangerous, highly fluid situation & take actions to keep Americans healthy.
January 12, 2026 at 5:50 PM
HHS leaders exercised fundamental aspects of emergency response and examined how to ensure essential functions continue during disasters. During the exercise, HHS leaders exercised how to ensure continuity of operations in a dangerous, highly fluid situation & take actions to keep Americans healthy.
Today, we are launching the ASPR Strategic Plan 2026-2029, focused on readiness before disaster strikes, strengthening medical supply chains, rapid response when lives are at risk, and strong partnerships. https://aspr.hhs.gov/newsroom/Pages/ASPR-Strategic-Plan-FY2026-29-Jan2026.aspx
January 9, 2026 at 7:22 PM
Today, we are launching the ASPR Strategic Plan 2026-2029, focused on readiness before disaster strikes, strengthening medical supply chains, rapid response when lives are at risk, and strong partnerships. https://aspr.hhs.gov/newsroom/Pages/ASPR-Strategic-Plan-FY2026-29-Jan2026.aspx
Health care cybersecurity threats can shut down critical systems and delay care, threatening patients’ lives. Join us for the next #ClinicalReadinessRounds session where experts will share promising practices for clinical care during cyber incidents.
🔗 Register Today: https://bit.ly/4bzs1Ye
🔗 Register Today: https://bit.ly/4bzs1Ye
January 8, 2026 at 7:49 PM
Health care cybersecurity threats can shut down critical systems and delay care, threatening patients’ lives. Join us for the next #ClinicalReadinessRounds session where experts will share promising practices for clinical care during cyber incidents.
🔗 Register Today: https://bit.ly/4bzs1Ye
🔗 Register Today: https://bit.ly/4bzs1Ye
In 2025, ASPR deployed personnel, supported complex domestic and global missions, safeguarded healthcare systems, delivered lifesaving medical countermeasures, and more. Read the full 2025 recap on our blog: https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=503
January 6, 2026 at 8:24 PM
In 2025, ASPR deployed personnel, supported complex domestic and global missions, safeguarded healthcare systems, delivered lifesaving medical countermeasures, and more. Read the full 2025 recap on our blog: https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=503
99.9% uptime for saline. That’s the vision of the Deka Research Caspian System team.
This system is being developed to provide a reliable supply of @fda.gov approved sterile saline at the point-of-care. Simple to use. Designed to be deployed.
ASPR's PDAS Knox and the ASPR team saw it first-hand.
This system is being developed to provide a reliable supply of @fda.gov approved sterile saline at the point-of-care. Simple to use. Designed to be deployed.
ASPR's PDAS Knox and the ASPR team saw it first-hand.
January 5, 2026 at 6:50 PM
99.9% uptime for saline. That’s the vision of the Deka Research Caspian System team.
This system is being developed to provide a reliable supply of @fda.gov approved sterile saline at the point-of-care. Simple to use. Designed to be deployed.
ASPR's PDAS Knox and the ASPR team saw it first-hand.
This system is being developed to provide a reliable supply of @fda.gov approved sterile saline at the point-of-care. Simple to use. Designed to be deployed.
ASPR's PDAS Knox and the ASPR team saw it first-hand.
The numbers tell the story: 268K volunteers. 13K technical assistance requests answered. Multi-jurisdictional operations tested. In 2025, ASPR strengthened the resources our nation relies on when disaster strikes.
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January 5, 2026 at 12:50 PM
The numbers tell the story: 268K volunteers. 13K technical assistance requests answered. Multi-jurisdictional operations tested. In 2025, ASPR strengthened the resources our nation relies on when disaster strikes.
🔗 https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=503
🔗 https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=503
From developing breakthrough medical countermeasures to manufacturing essential medicines on U.S. soil, ASPR delivered wins for health security in 2025. $1+ billion invested. 10 FDA approvals. A stronger U.S. pharmaceutical supply chain.
Read our Year in Review: https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
#MAHA
Read our Year in Review: https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
#MAHA
January 2, 2026 at 7:19 PM
From developing breakthrough medical countermeasures to manufacturing essential medicines on U.S. soil, ASPR delivered wins for health security in 2025. $1+ billion invested. 10 FDA approvals. A stronger U.S. pharmaceutical supply chain.
Read our Year in Review: https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
#MAHA
Read our Year in Review: https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
#MAHA
From supporting 10 new FDA approvals for medical countermeasure to responding to cyber threats in St. Croix, ASPR confronted emerging health challenges with innovation and speed in 2025. We'll be ready for whatever lies ahead in 2026. https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
December 31, 2025 at 8:12 PM
From supporting 10 new FDA approvals for medical countermeasure to responding to cyber threats in St. Croix, ASPR confronted emerging health challenges with innovation and speed in 2025. We'll be ready for whatever lies ahead in 2026. https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
Secretary Kennedy declared a Public Health Emergency in WA to ensure public health officials & health care providers have more flexibility to provide care after severe storms, flooding & mudslides. https://aspr.hhs.gov/newsroom/Pages/PHE-Declared-for-Washington-Following-Severe-Weather-Dec2025.aspx
December 24, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Secretary Kennedy declared a Public Health Emergency in WA to ensure public health officials & health care providers have more flexibility to provide care after severe storms, flooding & mudslides. https://aspr.hhs.gov/newsroom/Pages/PHE-Declared-for-Washington-Following-Severe-Weather-Dec2025.aspx
Hurricane Helene caused unprecedented flooding, widespread damage to roadways, and the need to evacuate numerous residents, many of whom needed medical assistance. Learn how medical responders reached isolated communities to care for evacuees. https://bit.ly/4iQ9eMj
December 19, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Hurricane Helene caused unprecedented flooding, widespread damage to roadways, and the need to evacuate numerous residents, many of whom needed medical assistance. Learn how medical responders reached isolated communities to care for evacuees. https://bit.ly/4iQ9eMj
This season, may we celebrate the strength of our nation, the spirit of service, and the confidence that guides us into a new year. Wishing everyone peace, health, and joy.
December 19, 2025 at 8:51 PM
This season, may we celebrate the strength of our nation, the spirit of service, and the confidence that guides us into a new year. Wishing everyone peace, health, and joy.
Opioid addiction is not just a public health crisis. It is a national security threat, & it strikes at the heart of our communities nationwide.
In the latest edition of the ASPR blog, John Knox details ASPR’s latest efforts to reduce deaths from opioid overdose. https://tinyurl.com/3fr5r9yz
In the latest edition of the ASPR blog, John Knox details ASPR’s latest efforts to reduce deaths from opioid overdose. https://tinyurl.com/3fr5r9yz
December 18, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Opioid addiction is not just a public health crisis. It is a national security threat, & it strikes at the heart of our communities nationwide.
In the latest edition of the ASPR blog, John Knox details ASPR’s latest efforts to reduce deaths from opioid overdose. https://tinyurl.com/3fr5r9yz
In the latest edition of the ASPR blog, John Knox details ASPR’s latest efforts to reduce deaths from opioid overdose. https://tinyurl.com/3fr5r9yz
Signature Healthcare’s Brockton Hospital’s 10-alarm electrical fire forced the evacuation of 162 patients and caused an extended closure. Learn how the hospital overcame challenges to reopen and continue serving their community. https://bit.ly/4pm2LuZ
December 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Signature Healthcare’s Brockton Hospital’s 10-alarm electrical fire forced the evacuation of 162 patients and caused an extended closure. Learn how the hospital overcame challenges to reopen and continue serving their community. https://bit.ly/4pm2LuZ
When Brown University needed help, 30+ RI MRC volunteers answered immediately, providing overnight behavioral health & incident support with extraordinary compassion. These volunteers reduced acute stress, supported reunification, brought comfort, and more.
December 16, 2025 at 10:10 PM
When Brown University needed help, 30+ RI MRC volunteers answered immediately, providing overnight behavioral health & incident support with extraordinary compassion. These volunteers reduced acute stress, supported reunification, brought comfort, and more.
Updated! The Hazard Vulnerability Assessment/Risk Assessment Topic Collection includes new tools & resources to help healthcare organizations plan for local threats and comply with various rules and standards. https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/technical-resources/3/hazard-vulnerability-risk-assessment/0
December 15, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Updated! The Hazard Vulnerability Assessment/Risk Assessment Topic Collection includes new tools & resources to help healthcare organizations plan for local threats and comply with various rules and standards. https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/technical-resources/3/hazard-vulnerability-risk-assessment/0
🌪️Facing not one, but two hurricanes in quick succession, HCA Healthcare’s emergency operations were put to the test. Learn how they used their resources to protect patients, support staff, and continue care during power, water, and communication failures. https://bit.ly/4aumqEs
December 12, 2025 at 8:51 PM
🌪️Facing not one, but two hurricanes in quick succession, HCA Healthcare’s emergency operations were put to the test. Learn how they used their resources to protect patients, support staff, and continue care during power, water, and communication failures. https://bit.ly/4aumqEs
All disasters are local, and so is our support. ASPR’s Regional Operation teams connect state and local leaders with essential federal public health and medical resources—swiftly, from drills to real-world responses.
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December 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM
All disasters are local, and so is our support. ASPR’s Regional Operation teams connect state and local leaders with essential federal public health and medical resources—swiftly, from drills to real-world responses.
🔗https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=501
🔗https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=501