EMS Infectious Disease Playbook: A Resource for EMS Agencies

The EMS Infectious Disease Playbook addresses the full spectrum of infectious agents & serves as a concise reference resource for EMS agencies developing their service policies.  Learn More: https://lnkd.in/epN_wmqn  #10YearsOfTRACIE #NPM2025 

We are pleased to share that Alveo has met all milestones under our expanded Centers for Disease Control and Prevention agreement to advance the capabilities of our be.well® point-of-care molecular test, now capable of detecting and differentiating Influenza A, B, and A(H5) from both nasal and conjunctival samples. This achievement strengthens our commitment to enabling swift outbreak response and elevating pandemic preparedness. Read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/gV2B3mbZ

Infectious disease outbreaks require innovative, agile and standardized preparedness and response. Recently, WHO and partners, with support from the EU in Emergencies, conducted a simulation exercise with 75 emergency responders in Uganda using a modular, reusable treatment facility to deliver high-quality clinical care within hours of set up, helping to rapidly curb infections and save lives.

"Tuberculosis remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases. But with research and collaboration, we can change the future. Together, we can #EndTB. Watch our 10-second video and join the conversation. #TBResearch #PublicHealth"

Brought to you by APIC’s Emerging Infectious Disease (EID) Taskforce, the Rapid Rundown series delivers quick, essential updates on infectious diseases to keep you informed and engaged. ➡️ Today’s Topic: Measles for IPs Stay up to date on all EID resources: https://bit.ly/41Meg2D

Minnesota has seen an increase in tuberculosis cases since 2020, but the disease remains much less prevalent than elsewhere in the world, where it is the deadliest infectious disease. Learn more about tuberculosis and how it is combated by health care providers working in tandem with the Minnesota Department of Health: https://lnkd.in/gvXVndqg

Kissing Bug Disease – Chagas disease, also called American trypanosomiasis, is an infection caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. It spreads when triatomine insects carry parasite-filled feces that can enter the body after a bite. Know more- https://lnkd.in/gcDdsqex #kissingbug #chagasdisease #kissingbugdisease

Brought to you by APIC’s Emerging Infectious Disease (EID) Taskforce, the Rapid Rundown series delivers quick, essential updates on infectious diseases to keep you informed and engaged. ➡️ Today’s Topic: Measles for the General Public 💡 Check out the comments section for a link to our IP-specific Rapid Rundown on the Measles. Stay up to date on all EID resources: https://bit.ly/41Meg2D

Infectious disease outbreaks require innovative, agile and standardized preparedness and response. Recently, #WHO & partners, with support from #eu_echo, conducted a simulation exercise with 75 emergency responders in #Uganda 🇺🇬 using a modular, reusable treatment facility to deliver high-quality clinical care within hours of set up, helping to rapidly curb infections and save lives 👉🏿

Infectious disease outbreaks require innovative, agile and standardized preparedness and response. Recently, #WHO & partners, with support from #eu_echo, conducted a simulation exercise with 75 emergency responders in #Uganda 🇺🇬 using a modular, reusable treatment facility to deliver high-quality clinical care within hours of set up, helping to rapidly curb infections and save lives 👉🏿