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The National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center (NETEC) sets the gold standard for special pathogen preparedness, closing knowledge gaps and driving best practices through education, training, consultation, collaboration & research.
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Dr. Vikramjit Mukherjee, NETEC Co-Principal Investigator from @bellevuehosp.bsky.social, discusses how NYC is strengthening special pathogen readiness ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

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World Cup: NYC infectious disease experts lead outbreak training, hospital drills
Public health leaders see this year’s World Cup as the world’s largest temporary migration into the United States’ most densely populated urban corridor. They are planning accordingly.
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February 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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New on the NETEC blog: Global experts from the U.S. and U.K. share what it really takes to prepare for pediatric & perinatal HCID care — from sensory-aware pediatric transport to national pathways for HCID pregnancy management.

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Global Perspectives on Pediatric & Perinatal HCID Care: Lessons From U.S. and U.K. Leaders in Preparedness
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February 17, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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🚑 HCID patient transport is high-risk—and success depends on preparation, communication, and coordination across EMS and hospital teams.

🎙️ Coming this week on Transmission Interrupted with Jill Morgan, RN, Stefanie Lane, MS, MPH, NREMT, and Michael Carr, MD, FACEP, FAEMS.

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February 16, 2026 at 8:01 PM
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🗺️ New tool alert!
NYC Health + Hospitals has launched a Special Pathogens Biopreparedness Map to help clinicians link global outbreak activity with travel history and exposure risk in real time. 🌍👩‍⚕️

🔗 Learn more: www.nychealthandhospitals.org/pressrelease...

#HealthSecurity #InfectiousDiseases
February 13, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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Chikungunya truly is a “literal pain in the neck” — and in the hands, feet, and knees.
When evaluating febrile patients, ask about recent travel to areas with Aedes mosquitoes.
⚠️ Key signs: fever, debilitating joint pain, rash, fatigue.
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Locally Acquired Chikungunya Reported in New York: Public Health Context and Clinical Considerations
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February 12, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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“When EMS engages with a high-consequence infectious disease, the first question is: have they been trained before?”

🎙️ Coming soon on Transmission Interrupted
Jill Morgan with Stefanie Lane (MGH) & Dr. Michael Carr (Emory) on EMS readiness and biosafety transport training.

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February 11, 2026 at 4:20 PM
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Flu isn’t the only disease shaped by the seasons. 🌍🦠

Our new blog explores how Nipah virus and Lassa fever follow seasonal patterns driven by climate, animal behavior, and human practices—building on a recent episode of Transmission Interrupted.

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Beyond Flu Season: Understanding the Seasonality of Special Pathogens
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February 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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Happy #AmbulatoryCareNursesWeek!

“Nurses in ambulatory care are a cornerstone of special pathogen preparedness—driving early detection, infection prevention, and community protection.”
— Angela Vasa, NETEC (Nebraska Medicine)

#NursesWeek #HealthcareSafety #Preparedness #SpecialPathogens
February 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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“Do all ambulances need to be prepared the same way? It depends on the pathogen, suspicion level, and patient condition.”

🎧 New Transmission Interrupted episode coming Feb. 18!
Jill Morgan with Stefanie Lane (MGH) & Michael Carr (Emory) on EMS risk assessment.

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February 6, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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💪 PPE preparedness is key!
Monitor usage, forecast demand, and maintain stock levels to ensure your team has the right protective equipment for special pathogen events.
🔗 Plan your supply needs with the DASH tool: repository.netecweb.org/items/show/1...

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Disaster Available Supplies in Hospitals (DASH) Tool · NETEC Resource Library · Disaster Available Supplies in Hospitals (DASH) Tool · NETEC Resource Library
The Disaster Available Supplies in Hospitals (DASH) Tool is an...
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February 5, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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🎧 New episode out now!

On Transmission Interrupted, Jill Morgan (Emory University) talks with Dr. Steven Bradfute (UNM) & Dr. Gaby Frank (Johns Hopkins) about exposure risks, early red flags, and clinical care for #Hantavirus.

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From Mice to Medicine: Exploring Hantavirus and Protecting Healthcare Teams
In this episode, host Jill Morgan speaks with Dr. Steven Bradfute and Dr. Gaby Frank about where hantavirus circulates, why human cases are rare, and ho...
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February 4, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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During the 2022 mpox outbreak, ~12% of hospital admissions in NYC occurred primarily for isolation—not medical care.

A new NETEC blog highlights findings from a research study examining mpox admissions across two NYC health systems.

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When Isolation Becomes Hospitalization: Insights from a Research Study on Mpox Admissions in NYC
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February 3, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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🎙️ Coming this week on Transmission Interrupted, host Jill Morgan talks with Dr. Steven Bradfute (UNM) & Dr. Gaby Frank (Johns Hopkins) about exposure risks, early red flags, and what clinicians need to know about Hantavirus.

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February 2, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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Registration is open for a Regional Frontline HCID Response Training hosted by SPECTRE at UTMB Health on March 24, 2026.

UTMB Health is the Level 1 RESPTC for Region 6 and part of the National Special Pathogen System (NSPS).

👉 Register: www.utmb.edu/spectre/news...

#HCID #NSPS #RESPTC
Respond & Protect: Interactive Special Pathogen Response Training for Region 6
*This in-person training session has limited seating, with a maximum capacity of 100 participants. Registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis. If all spots are filled, you may…
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January 30, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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VHFs demand fast action. NETEC’s latest blog walks through the VHF Preparedness Checklist to help facilities stay ready to identify, isolate, inform, and safely treat suspected cases.

Read the blog: netec.org/2026/01/28/s...

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Strengthening VHF Preparedness in Healthcare Facilities: A Comprehensive Checklist
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January 30, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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🛠️ Prep tip: Have HVAC schematics on hand before an AIIR downtime event.

📑 Download NETEC’s Airborne Infection Isolation Room (AIIR) Downtime Checklist: repository.netecweb.org/items/show/1...

#NETECNugget #SpecialPathogens #InfectionPrevention
January 29, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Hantavirus may be more common than we think—but often unrecognized.

🎧 Hear Dr. Gaby Frank discuss under-diagnosis, transmission routes, and exposure risk in the next Transmission Interrupted episode, airing February 4.

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January 28, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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VHFs demand fast action. NETEC’s latest blog walks through the VHF Preparedness Checklist to help facilities stay ready to identify, isolate, inform, and safely treat suspected cases.

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January 27, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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A career defined by service, leadership, and lasting impact. As Shelly Schwedhelm retires from NSPS, NETEC reflects on her extraordinary contributions to national special pathogen readiness.

Read more: 👉 netec.org/2026/01/21/c...

#NSPS #NETEC #SpecialPathogens #HealthcarePreparedness
January 27, 2026 at 5:07 PM
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Pregnancy care doesn’t pause for outbreaks. In labor & delivery, PPE isn’t a wardrobe—it’s a workflow. Plan protection for predictable high-risk moments so teams aren’t improvising under pressure.

🎧 Missed our podcast episode on Special Pathogens in L&D?
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January 26, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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What do we really know about Hantavirus?

In an upcoming Transmission Interrupted episode, Dr. Steven Bradfute (UNM) and Dr. Gaby Frank (Johns Hopkins) join host Jill Morgan (Emory) to explore Hantavirus ecology, clinical impact, and why it matters for preparedness.

🎧 Episode airs Feb 4
January 23, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Timely, transparent, coordinated communication is essential during a special pathogen event. Work with your PIO and health partners to ensure clear, unified messaging.
NETEC’s Incident Response Guide:
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January 22, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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🎙️ The latest episode of Transmission Interrupted is now live!
We all know flu season—but what about other infectious diseases? Host Jill Morgan (@jill-morgan.bsky.social) explains why many high-consequence pathogens also follow seasonal patterns.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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👏 Congratulations to Cooper University Hospital, a recipient of the NSPS Level 2 STAND Award. Local coverage highlights grant funding strengthening readiness to respond to serious infectious diseases.

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Cooper University Health Care Awarded $500,000 Federal Grant to Strengthen Special Pathogen Preparedness
Cooper University Health Care has been selected as a recipient of the Special Pathogen Treatment, Assessment, and Network Development (STAND) Award, a $500,000 grant from the National Emerging…
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January 20, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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“Understanding disease transmission means understanding how people, animals, and the environment interact.”

🎙️ Dr. Susan McLellan (UTMB Health) on why looking beyond the virus matters.
New episode of Transmission Interrupted drops Jan. 21.

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January 20, 2026 at 3:02 PM