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NYC Hospitals Conduct Major Infectious Disease Transport Drill

6/28/2025

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In a groundbreaking four-day drill, NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue and the NYC Health Department successfully tested the transport of patients with high-consequence infectious diseases from Canada to U.S. treatment centers. With over 50 partners involved, this exercise highlighted Bellevue's vital role as a Regional Emerging Special Pathogen Treatment Center, ensuring readiness for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

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Story summary

In a groundbreaking four-day drill, NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue and the NYC Health Department successfully tested the transport of patients with high-consequence infectious diseases from Canada to U.S. treatment centers. With over 50 partners involved, this exercise highlighted Bellevue's vital role as a Regional Emerging Special Pathogen Treatment Center, ensuring readiness for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.