National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center

Working together to increase the capability of the U.S. public health and health care systems to safely and effectively manage special pathogens.

About NETEC

What We Offer

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Educational Materials, Courses & Training

We offer courses and training for nurses, physicians, emergency responders, and other health care professionals. Our resources provide facilities and individuals with preparedness best practices.

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Consultations & Support Services

We can help health care facilities and EMS agencies prepare for special pathogen events with free virtual and onsite readiness consulting and assessments.

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Research Policies & Procedures

Our network provides researchers with training, tools, and resources to quickly understand clinical syndromes and study effective treatments and clinical management strategies.

Ask Our Experts

Your organization can submit any question related to special pathogen response. Inquiries range from questions about PPE, to requests to review written protocols, to onsite visits for observing exercises and drills.

Fireside Chat Recording

2026 World Cup HCID Preparedness

As the U.S. prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, healthcare systems must be ready for the challenges that come with large-scale international events. Watch the webinar recording of “Countdown to Kickoff: 2026 World Cup HCID Preparedness on HCID preparedness,” featuring experts from Emory University, Wake Forest, and the University of Minnesota. The discussion also includes situational updates and considerations for Ebola.

Watch the Recording

New Podcast Episode

From Rodents to Reality: The Truth About Hantavirus

Listen to a new episode of Transmission Interrupted focused on Andes hantavirus. Host Jill Morgan and Dr. Gaby Frank of The Johns Hopkins Special Pathogens Center discuss its potential for human-to-human transmission, clarify what “close contact” means, examine risks to the general public, and emphasize the importance of preparedness and ongoing research.

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How We Lead

National Special Pathogens System (NSPS)

The National Special Pathogen System (NSPS) helps the country prepare the health care system, protect the health care workforce, and respond to special pathogen events by coordinating special pathogen care across the United States.