NETEC News & Blog
New NEJM Review Highlights Clinical Preparedness for Andes Virus
A new review in The New England Journal of Medicine developed through NETEC's Special Pathogens Research Network reinforces key preparedness principles for recognizing and managing Andes Virus.
From Wound Care to Waste Disposal: What Healthcare Facilities Need to Know About New World Screwworm
As the U.S. responds to New World screwworm in livestock, here's what healthcare professionals, veterinarians, public health officials, and agricultural partners need to know about recognizing and responding to this destructive parasite.
Prepare for the Next Special Pathogen Event with the Viral Hemorrhagic Fever Preparedness Checklist
Learn how the Viral Hemorrhagic Fever (VHF) Checklist can help your facility evaluate and strengthen operational readiness for special pathogen events.
Hantavirus Town Hall: What Frontline Healthcare Staff Need to Know About Andes Hantavirus Preparedness
Learn key healthcare preparedness lessons from the MV Hondius Andes hantavirus response. NETEC's Town Hall recap and FAQs cover screening, PPE, laboratory safety, and patient management.
Beyond the Bug Spray: 5 Ways Families Can Stay Healthy This Summer and School Year
Summer adventures and the return to school bring plenty of excitement—and plenty of questions about staying healthy. Our latest blog shares practical tips for helping children avoid common health risks, from tick bites and travel exposures to public restrooms, lice, and seasonal illnesses.
NETEC Launches Second Round of NSPS STAND Awards to Expand National Special Pathogen Preparedness
NETEC is announcing a second round of funding to expand the National Special Pathogen System (NSPS) Level 2 facility network.
2026 FIFA World Cup: Preparing for High-Consequence Infectious Diseases During a Global Mass Gathering
Learn how healthcare organizations are preparing for infectious disease threats during the 2026 FIFA World Cup with insights from NETEC experts.
Ebola Virus Disease: Guidance for EMS Personnel
EMS professionals should follow an identify, isolate, and inform strategy, and implement a hierarchy of controls when responding to and transporting patients to prevent transmission of infectious diseases like Ebola.
Before Kickoff: 5 Healthcare Preparedness Priorities for FIFA World Cup 2026
Read about the top five healthcare preparedness considerations for FIFA World Cup from a recent episode of Transmission Interrupted, featuring Dr. Alex Isakov from Emory University.
From Rodents to Reality: What Healthcare Workers and the Public Should Know About Andes Hantavirus
Learn what healthcare professionals and the public should know about Andes hantavirus, human-to-human transmission, outbreak response, and preparedness.