NETEC News & Blog
Health Care Facility Viral Hemorrhagic Fever (VHF) Preparedness Checklist
NETEC developed a checklist for facilities to assess their readiness to identify, isolate, inform, and provide initial treatment for patients suspected or confirmed to have a Viral Hemorrhagic Fever (VHF).
Situation Report: Update on the Marburg Virus Disease Outbreak in Equatorial Guinea
Three things you should know about the outbreaks of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in Equatorial Guinea and Tanzania, the WHO's risk assessment, and vaccine trials.
Situation Report: Case of Avian Influenza Reported in China
What you need to know about the case of Avian Influenza A(H3N8) in China reported earlier this week.
Marburg Virus: Diagnostic Testing, Packaging, and Shipping
Learn when it is appropriate to test for Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) and how to safely handle and transport specimens from suspected MVD patients.
Laboratory Resources for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
NETEC experts in safe laboratory practices for high-consequence infectious diseases have developed a resource on laboratory testing, specimen handling, and shipping for Highly Pathogen Avian Influenza (HPAI).
Situation Report: Marburg Cases Rise in Equatorial Guinea and Tanzania
An update on the outbreak of Marburg virus disease in Equatorial Guinea and Tanzania.
EMS Guidelines for Marburg Virus Disease
Important information for EMS personnel transporting patients suspected or confirmed to be infected with Marburg virus disease (MVD).
Infection Prevention and Control Measures for Marburg Virus Disease
Health care personnel can reduce the risk of Marburg virus disease (MVD) transmission by correctly and consistently implementing infection control measures.
Marburg: Transmission, Signs, and Symptoms
Understand how Marburg virus spreads and the broad spectrum of clinical signs and symptoms of Marburg virus disease (MVD).
Situation Report: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) in Cambodia
Last week Cambodian health officials reported the death of an 11-year-old girl from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1).