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Pathogens of Interest

The Nebraska Infection Control Assessment and Promotion Program (ICAP) team is committed to supporting many different healthcare providers in their infection prevention and control needs. We are happy to provide resources that are tailored to Special, Emerging and Pathogens of Interest in different healthcare setting types.
The following resources have been collected to help support healthcare facilities in providing the most up to date and accurate information regarding infection prevention and control.
If your facility has questions relating to a current outbreak, exposure or pathogen of interest, please call our team at (402)552-2881 to be connected with an experienced Infection Preventionist.
CDC Health Alert Network (HAN) Alerts
Pathogens of Interest Resource Pages
COVID-19
COVID-19 Resource Page
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Mpox Resources and Updates
Mpox Resource Page
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Influenza
Influenza Resource Page
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Poliovirus
Poliovirus Resource Page
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RSV
RSV Resource Page
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Syphilis
Syphilis Resource Page
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Viral Hemorrhagic Fever
Viral Hemorrhagic Fever Resource Page
arrow_forwardNebraska Respiratory Illness Dashboard
Note: The dashboard is updated by Nebraska DHHS on a weekly basis. At the bottom of the dashboard is a scroll bar that lets you switch between views–RSV, Influenza, and COVID-19
When: 12 PM Central Time
Occurs the 2nd Wednesday of every month
Topic: Infection Prevention Updates for Hospital and Outpatient Settings
Register Now for the upcoming HOSPITAL and OUTPATIENT Settings Webinar series starting September, 2026:
https://unmc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nfIAz4sFTpuWEExc2wzUqQ#/registration
The next webinar will be on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Slides for that webinar will be posted here at approximately 11:30 am.
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CDC has free educational material for patients, healthcare professionals, and partners.
Get Ahead of Sepsis: Click the link below to Acess:
https://www.cdc.gov/sepsis/get-ahead-of-sepsis/index.html?ACSTrackingID=USCDC_1181-DM157460&ACSTrackingLabel=New%20CDC%20Data%20on%20Hospital%20Sepsis%20Programs%20Released&deliveryName=USCDC_1181-DM157460
These communication tools make it easy for you and your organization to educate others about early recognition and prompt treatment of sepsis, as well as the importance of preventing and treating infections that can lead to sepsis. During Sepsis Awareness Month (September) and year-round, use CDC’s sepsis materials to learn how to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your patients from sepsis and share them with your networks.
Spread the word on social media and participate in Sepsis Awareness Month using #SAM2026 and #GetAheadOfSepsis.
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Click to register:
https://www.nicn.org/events/nicn-dental-infection-control-summit
Spend the day learning practical infection prevention strategies designed specifically for dental professionals.
Earn 6 hours of Infection Control Continuing Education while exploring topics such as: • Standard Precautions
• PPE Best Practices
• Environmental Cleaning & Disinfection
• Sterilization
• Dental Unit Waterlines
Plus, choose from one of two afternoon specialty tracks:
🔹 Employee Health & Antibiotic Stewardship
🔹 Sterile Technique in the Dental Setting
Join colleagues from across Nebraska for a day of education, networking, and advancing safe dental care practices.
Click to register:
https://www.nicn.org/events/nicn-dental-infection-control-summit
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Dental facilities can request free onsite Complimentary Infection Prevention Assessment (ICAR) led by Jonna Mangeot.
To request yours just call NE ICAP at 402-552-2881 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM CST or email: NebraskaICAP@NebraskaMed.com



