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Emergency Preparedness & Emerging Infectious Disease Readiness Resources
A. Core Global Frameworks for Emergency Preparedness
WHO – Emergency Preparedness, Response & Resilience (EPR) Framework
Defines global standards for readiness, response coordination, risk assessment, and health‑system resilience.
https://www.who.int/emergencies
WHO – Strategic Framework for Emergency Preparedness
A foundational document outlining risk analysis, planning, surge capacity, and multisector coordination.
https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/strategic-framework-for-emergency-preparedness
WHO – International Health Regulations (IHR 2005)
The global legal framework for outbreak detection, reporting, and response capacity.
https://www.who.int/health-topics/international-health-regulations
WHO – Emerging Infectious Diseases (EID) Preparedness Hub
Guidance for novel pathogens, zoonotic spillover, and early detection systems.
https://www.who.int/health-topics/emerging-diseases
WHO – Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Framework (PIP)
Global framework for influenza surveillance, vaccine access, and pandemic readiness.
https://www.who.int/initiatives/pandemic-influenza-preparedness-framework
B. National & Regional Preparedness Guidance
CDC – Emergency Preparedness & Response (EPR) for Healthcare
U.S. national guidance for hospitals, public health, and healthcare coalitions.
https://www.cdc.gov/cpr/healthcare/index.htm
CDC – Emerging Infectious Diseases Journal & Preparedness Resources
Scientific updates, outbreak analyses, and preparedness insights.
ASPR (U.S.) – Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP)
Framework for surge capacity, crisis standards of care, and healthcare system readiness.
https://aspr.hhs.gov/HPP/Pages/default.aspx
ECDC – Preparedness for Emerging Infectious Diseases & Outbreaks
European guidance for surveillance, early warning, and cross‑border health threats.
https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/preparedness-and-response
Public Health England – Emergency Preparedness, Resilience & Response (EPRR)
UK national standards for healthcare emergency planning and infectious disease response.
https://www.england.nhs.uk/ourwork/eprr/
C. Outbreak Response, Surveillance & Early Warning Tools
WHO – Outbreak Toolkit (Surveillance, Investigation, Response)
A complete suite for outbreak detection, case investigation, and response coordination.
https://www.who.int/emergencies/outbreak-toolkit
CDC – Outbreak Response Tools for Healthcare Facilities
Templates for outbreak investigation, line lists, case definitions, and control measures.
https://www.cdc.gov/hai/outbreaks/index.html
GOARN – Global Outbreak Alert & Response Network
WHO‑coordinated global network for outbreak detection and rapid response.
https://www.who.int/initiatives/goarn
ProMED – Global Emerging Disease Reporting System
Real‑time reporting of unusual disease events worldwide.
HealthMap – Global Infectious Disease Surveillance
AI‑driven outbreak detection and mapping.
D. Infection Control–Specific Preparedness Tools
CDC – Infection Control in Healthcare During Emergencies
Guidance for PPE, isolation, cohorting, and surge infection control.
https://www.cdc.gov/infection-control/emergency-preparedness/index.html
WHO – IPC Guidance for Novel Pathogens & High‑Threat Infections
Includes Ebola, MERS, SARS‑CoV‑2, avian influenza, and other high‑risk pathogens.
https://www.who.int/teams/integrated-health-services/infection-prevention-control
APIC – Emergency Preparedness & Emerging Pathogens Resources
Tools for infection preventionists: surge planning, PPE, screening, and outbreak management.
SHEA – Outbreak Response & Emerging Pathogens Guidance
Expert guidance for healthcare epidemiology during outbreaks and pandemics.
WHO – PPE Rational Use & Supply Chain Preparedness
Guidance for PPE conservation, crisis standards, and supply chain resilience.
https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/rational-use-of-personal-protective-equipment