Evolving Threats, Rapid Responses: Navigating Emerging Infectious Diseases in Real-time

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM MST

Location: North Room 126

CE: 1

Presenter(s)

Tawanna McInnis-Cole, DHA, MS, BSN, RN, CIC (she/her/hers)

System Director Infection Prevention
Memorial Hermann Healthcare System
Sugar Land, Texas

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

Co-Presenter(s)

Heather T. Ridge, BSN, BS, RN, CIC (she/her/hers)

System Infection Prevention Outpatient Manager
Novant Health, Inc.
Lexington, North Carolina

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

Moderator(s)

LB

Laura Burford

I do not have any relevant financial / non-financial relationships with any proprietary interests.

Session Description: This session tackles the dynamic challenges of emerging infectious diseases, highlighting recent outbreaks and their global impact. The Co-Chairs of APIC’s Emerging Infectious Diseases Task Force will explore rapid response strategies, assess current challenges, and discuss actionable recommendations that can enhance public health efforts. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to improve their readiness and effectiveness in combating emerging threats.

Learning Objectives:

Discuss the purpose/mission/objectives of the EID Task Force.
Analyze Current Trends in Emerging Infectious Diseases.
Evaluate Rapid Response Strategies.
Identify Key Challenges and Gaps IPs face when responding to emerging infectious diseases.
Develop Actionable Recommendations.