NETEC News & Blog
High-Level Containment Care of a Patient Infected with Sudan Ebolavirus
A new video from NETEC, “Preliminary Strategic Guidance for High-Level Containment Care of a Patient Infected with Sudan Ebolavirus,” channels the expertise of NETEC infectious diseases and clinical care doctors to prepare health care workers to manage patients in a high-level containment care setting.
Situation Report: Measles Outbreak in Ohio
An outbreak of measles in central Ohio—all under the age of 17—underscores the importance of immunizing the pediatric population.
Infection Prevention and Control for Special Pathogens Online Courses
Whether you're looking to refresh your knowledge or to learn something new to advance your career, the infection prevention and control course series will give you the skills to care for patients with high consequence infectious diseases.
Global Rounds: Response to the 2022 Mpox Outbreak
At the NETEC Global Rounds, panelists provided updates on the current state of the mpox outbreak in their geographic regions, reviewed the public health response to the outbreak, and shared their unique clinical experiences.
Situation Report: Last Known Ebola Patient Discharged in Uganda
Uganda discharged its last known Ebola patient last week, raising hopes that the outbreak might be coming to an end.
Situation Report: Controlling the Ebola Outbreak in Uganda
Weekly case counts of Ebola in Uganda have declined and vaccine trials are about to start.
Guidance on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Breaches
Health care workers rely on personal protective equipment (PPE) to provide a barrier between themselves and potentially infectious materials and other forms of contamination. A break (or breach) in this protective layer can put personnel at risk. A new course from NETEC provides health care facilities with guidance for developing a PPE breach policy.
Situation Report: Ebola Cases Expand and Regional Risk Rises
As the Ebola outbreak continues to spread in Uganda, the WHO has elevated its risk assessment for the country and region. Meanwhile, in the United States, health care workers and public health officials prepare.
We Are Family: Denver Health High Risk Infection Team
Adam Sorenson and Jake Fray share their experiences as members of the Denver Health team dedicated to caring for patients with highly infectious diseases.
Situation Report: Ebola Transmission Escalates in Uganda, New Vaccine Candidate & Health Care Preparation
The Ebola outbreak has spread to 7 districts in Uganda, and led to the death of more than 100 people; another vaccine is under consideration for clinical trials; and in the U.S., NETEC experts provide support for health care workers.