Upcoming Events

Feb
4

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Feb
11

2025 Preparedness Symposia- Feb. 11

2025 Preparedness Symposia

Feb. 11, 2025 I Starts at 9 am CT I Nebraska Innovation Campus I Lincoln, Nebraska

February 11, 2025 - Annual Preparedness Symposia - Registration fee $75

 

The 2025 Preparedness Symposia will be held February 11, 2025 at the Nebraska Innovation Campus, 2021 Transformation Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

 The 2025 Preparedness Symposia is a day-long workshop that offers a comprehensive overview of critical updates and best practices to enhance preparedness strategies and response capabilities. The Symposia will cover the latest state preparedness updates, CMS updates, roles in tornado response, weather event resources, integrating health equity into disaster planning and healthcare and EMS surge management.

 Check-in for Symposia begins at 8:30 am (coffee/refreshments provided), with the program beginning at 9:00 am. Online Registration closes: 2/7/2025 10:59 PM

 From time to time the Center takes photos or video of our programs to use in our marketing materials both in print and on the web. By registering, you are giving consent to have your photo used for these purposes. If you DO NOT agree to have your photo used, please e-mail the Center at CPERS@unmc.edu  and we will make arrangements to exclude your photo from use.

Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-refundable, if you are unable to attend you may send someone else in your place or transfer your registration to another Symposia session. Please notify the Center for Preparedness & Emergency Response Solutions (CPERS@unmc.edu) prior to the event date of any substitutions.

For more information, call 402.552.3116, or email CPERS@unmc.edu or Leslie Scofield at lscofield@unmc.edu

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Feb
18

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Mar
4

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Mar
18

2025 Preparedness Symposia- March 18

2025 Preparedness Symposia

March 18, 2025 I Starts at 9 am CT I Bellevue University I Bellevue, Nebraska

March 18, 2025 - Annual Preparedness Symposia - Registration fee $75

The 2025 Preparedness Symposia will be held on March 18, 2025 at Bellevue University, John B. Muller Administrative Building, 812 Bruin Boulevard, Bellevue, NE, 68005.

 

The 2025 Preparedness Symposia is a day-long workshop that offers a comprehensive overview of critical updates and best practices to enhance preparedness strategies and response capabilities. The Symposia will cover the latest state preparedness updates, CMS updates, roles in tornado response, weather event resources, integrating health equity into disaster planning and healthcare and EMS surge management.

 Check-in for Symposia begins at 8:30 am (coffee/refreshments provided), with the program beginning at 9:00 am.

 Online Registration closes: 3/14/2025 10:59 PM
From time to time the Center takes photos or video of our programs to use in our marketing materials both in print and on the web. By registering, you are giving consent to have your photo used for these purposes. If you DO NOT agree to have your photo used, please e-mail the Center at CPERS@unmc.edu  and we will make arrangements to exclude your photo from use.

Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-refundable, if you are unable to attend you may send someone else in your place or transfer your registration to another Symposia session. Please notify the Center for Preparedness & Emergency Response Solutions (CPERS@unmc.edu) prior to the event date of any substitutions.

For more information, call 402.552.3116, or email CPERS@unmc.edu or Leslie Scofield at lscofield@unmc.edu

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Mar
18

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Mar
25

2025 Preparedness Symposia- March 25

2025 Preparedness Symposia

March 25, 2025 I Starts at 9 am CT I Archway Monument I Kearney, Nebraska

March 25, 2025 - Annual Preparedness Symposia - Registration fee $75

The 2025 Preparedness Symposia will be held March 25, 2025 at The Archway, 3060 E 1st Street, Kearney, Nebraska.

The 2025 Preparedness Symposia is a day-long workshop that offers a comprehensive overview of critical updates and best practices to enhance preparedness strategies and response capabilities. The Symposia will cover the latest state preparedness updates, CMS updates, roles in tornado response, weather event resources, integrating health equity into disaster planning and healthcare and EMS surge management.

Check-in for Symposia begins at 8:30 am (coffee/refreshments provided), with the program beginning at 9:00 am.

Online Registration closes: 3/21/2025 10:59 PM
From time to time the Center takes photos or video of our programs to use in our marketing materials both in print and on the web. By registering, you are giving consent  to have your photo used for these purposes. If you DO NOT agree to have your photo used, please e-mail the Center at CPERS@unmc.edu  and we will make arrangements to exclude your photo from use.

Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-refundable, if you are unable to attend you may send someone else in your place or transfer your registration to another Symposia session. Please notify the Center for Preparedness & Emergency Response Solutions (CPERS@unmc.edu) prior to the event date of any substitutions.

For more information, email CPERS@unmc.edu or Leslie Scofield at lscofield@unmc.edu

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Apr
1

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Apr
15

2025 Preparedness Symposia- April 15

2025 Preparedness Symposia

April 15, 2025 I Starts at 9 am CT I Divots Conference Center I Norfolk, Nebraska

April 15, 2025 - Annual Preparedness Symposia - Registration fee $75

The 2025 Preparedness Symposia will be held April 15, 2025 at the Divots Conference Center, 4200 W Norfolk Ave, Norfolk, Nebraska. 

 

The 2025 Preparedness Symposia is a day-long workshop that offers a comprehensive overview of critical updates and best practices to enhance preparedness strategies and response capabilities. The Symposia will cover the latest state preparedness updates, CMS updates, roles in tornado response, weather event resources, integrating health equity into disaster planning and healthcare and EMS surge management.

 Check-in for Symposia begins at 8:30 am (coffee/refreshments provided), with the program beginning at 9:00 am.

 Online Registration closes: 4/11/2025 10:59 PM

From time to time the Center takes photos or video of our programs to use in our marketing materials both in print and on the web. By registering, you are giving consent  to have your photo used for these purposes. If you DO NOT agree to have your photo used, please e-mail the Center at CPERS@unmc.edu  and we will make arrangements to exclude your photo from use.

Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-refundable, if you are unable to attend you may send someone else in your place or transfer your registration to another Symposia session. Please notify the Center for Preparedness & Emergency Response Solutions (CPERS@unmc.edu) prior to the event date of any substitutions.

For more information, call 402.552.3116, or email CPERS@unmc.edu or Leslie Scofield at lscofield@unmc.edu

 

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Apr
15

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Apr
29

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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May
13

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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May
27

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Jun
10

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Jun
24

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Jul
8

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Jul
22

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Aug
5

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Aug
19

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Sep
2

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Sep
16

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Sep
30

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Oct
14

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Oct
28

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Nov
11

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Nov
25

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Dec
9

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Dec
23

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Jan
6

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Jan
21

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Jan
14

2025 Preparedness Symposia— Jan. 14

2025 Preparedness Symposia

Jan. 14, 2025 I Starts at 9 am MT I Gering Civic Center I Gering, Nebraska

January 14, 2025 - Annual Preparedness Symposia - Registration fee $75

The 2025 Preparedness Symposia is a day-long workshop that offers a comprehensive overview of critical updates and best practices to enhance preparedness strategies and response capabilities. The Symposia will cover the latest state preparedness updates, CMS updates, roles in tornado response, weather event resources, integrating health equity into disaster planning and healthcare and EMS surge management.

 Check-in for Symposia begins at 8:30 am (coffee/refreshments provided), with the program beginning at 9:00 am.

 Online Registration closes: 1/10/2025 10:45 PM
From time to time the Center takes photos or video of our programs to use in our marketing materials both in print and on the web. By registering, you are giving consent  to have your photo used for these purposes. If you DO NOT agree to have your photo used, please e-mail the Center at CPERS@unmc.edu  and we will make arrangements to exclude your photo from use.



Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-refundable, if you are unable to attend you may send someone else in your place or transfer your registration to another Symposia session. Please notify the Center for Preparedness & Emergency Response Solutions (CPERS@unmc.edu) prior to the event date of any substitutions.

 

For more information, call 402.552.3116, or email CPERS@unmc.edu or Leslie Scofield at lscofield@unmc.edu

 

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Jan
8

R7DHRE Preparedness Webinar- “Cases Where EMS and Toxicology Intersect“

R7DHRE Preparedness Webinar

“Cases Where EMS and Toxicology Intersect“

When Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals encounter patients with toxicological emergencies, timely recognition and intervention are essential to improving patient outcomes. This webinar will explore critical cases where EMS and toxicology intersect, providing insight into the complex nature of toxicological emergencies, how poison centers can assist in real time, and showing examples of where these two worlds meet to maximize patient safety.

Objectives:

  • Describe how the poison center can assist pre-hospital and transport staff in real time.

  • Discuss case examples where EMS and the poison center helped each other keep patients safe

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Jan
7

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Region 7 Infectious Disease Briefing

Every other Tuesday | 9am | ZOOM

UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security (GCHS), in collaboration with the Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem, conducts biweekly meetings with local and state public health and healthcare representatives. These meetings focus on reviewing and discussing recent developments related to current infectious disease challenges. Dr. James V. Lawler, MD, MPH, FIDSA, presents comprehensive updates on data and advancements at local, state, national, and international levels. Recorded updates are accessible for further information. Watch the recordings here.


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Dec
10
to Dec 12

National Healthcare Coalition Preparedness Conference

National Healthcare Coalition Preparedness Conference

December 10-12, 2024 | Orlando, FL

The 2024 National Healthcare Coalition Preparedness Conference will be held on December 10-12, 2024 in Orlando, FL and will and discover Visions of Progress: Sustainable Strategies for Emergency Preparedness and Resilience. By learning from the local-level triumphs and challenges of America's healthcare coalitions, we can adapt these successes into long-term, dynamic solutions that will benefit fellow coalitions across the country. Although our coalitions are each unique and diverse, as a whole we have the same ultimate purpose - to improve the health and safety of the communities we serve.

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Nov
13

R7DHRE Preparedness Webinar: The Mendon AMTRAK Crash: Lessons for the Rural Response System

R7DHRE Preparedness Webinar

The Mendon AMTRACK Crash: Lessons For the Rural Response System

Nov. 13 | 1pm CST | ZOOM


When a passenger train derailed in rural northwest Missouri, a coordinated EMS and fire response was essential to taking care of the injured. Unique elements of the rural location both aided in and hampered response efforts. This presentation will cover successes as well as lessons learned.

Objectives

  • Know the events of the 2022 Mendon AMTRAK Derailment

  • Apply principles of Mass Casualty Response to the Rural EMS setting

  • Understand unique benefits and limitations of an MCI in a rural location

  • Understand the role of the Rural EMS Medical Director in a Mass Casualty Event

  • Adopt lessons learned back to their agency for implementation

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Oct
22

ABLS Webinar: Radiological Disaster Response in the U.S.

Webinar: Radiological Disaster Response in the U.S.

Register now for this webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 2:00 PM CT hosted by Advanced Burn Life Support. Experts Dr. Mark Ervin (Radiation Emergency Assistance Center/Training Site - REAC/TS), Cullen Case (Radiation Injury Treatment Network - RITN), and Carl Flores (ABA Disaster Committee Chair) will discuss U.S. radiological disaster response and be moderated by Dr. Jeffrey Carter.  

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Sep
19

Behind the Mask: Fundamentals of Device and Process Rounding

Behind the Mask:

Fundamentals of Device and Process Rounding

UNMC’s GCHS’ National Infection Control Strengthening (NICS) team’s "Behind the Mask" Webinar Series aims to Analyze the fundamental components of a robust Infection Prevention and Control Program, Interpret guidelines, regulatory requirements, and best practice literature for a successful application to the infection prevention program, Utilize identified strategies to incorporate best practice into Infection Prevention programs, Integrate Infection Prevention program data to target prevention and improvement strategies, and Combine knowledge acquired to enhance collaboration and teamwork within the healthcare system. The webinars are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 12pm CST.

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Sep
14

CERT Rodeo

CERT Rodeo

September 14 | 8am | Marshalltown, IA

Experience the ultimate CERT Rodeo! Morning classroom presentations provide essential knowledge on disaster preparedness. Then, get ready for an action-packed afternoon of intense exercise drills.

* Hands on training the participants will be able to choose what they want to do based on their interest and their ability to participate.

* Search and Rescue (this will be outdoors, weather permitting) and will require mobility of the participants.

*Stop the Bleed and Situation Awareness (this will be indoors and be to anyone what wants to participant, no matter their abilities).

* Tabletop Simulated Disaster Drill (this will be indoors and be to anyone that wants to participate, no matter their abilities).

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Sep
11
to Sep 13

MPRDHRS AHLS Provider/ Instructor Course

AHLS Provider/Instructor Course

The Mountain Plains Regional Disaster Health Response System (MPRDHRS) is hosting an Advanced Hazmat Life Support (AHLS) Provider/Instructor Course at the  Intermountain Center for Disaster Preparedness (ICDP) (West Valley, UT) from September 11-13, 2024. The 2-day Provider course provides healthcare professionals comprehensive training in treating patients exposed to hazardous materials. In addition to the 2-day course, there is a half-day course offered for healthcare professionals who would like to become instructors. Course capacity is limited and we encourage early registration. The cost of course fees and materials will be covered by the MPRDHRS grant for eligible registrants in HHS Region VIII (Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Utah).

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