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Happy Holidays from HSP!
As we wrap up another year of dedication to improving global health security, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude to our colleagues, partners, and communities worldwide. Your commitment and collaboration have made all the difference. May this holiday season bring you joy, peace, and time to recharge for the exciting work ahead. Here’s to a healthier, happier, and more resilient future for all! We look forward to another year of working together to create a stronger, healthier and … Continue Reading
December 17, 2024
Request for Proposals
Request for Proposal (RFP)Conditions and RequirementsTyphoid fever, caused by Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi, poses a severe public health threat in Pakistan, with rising cases of both multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) strains. While MDR typhoid resists chloramphenicol, ampicillin, and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, XDR strains also resist third-generation cephalosporins and fluoroquinolones, complicating treatment efforts significantly. As these resistant … Continue Reading
December 17, 2024
Benchtop to bedside use of antimicrobial-resistance data: Detection, prevention, and response to carbapenem resistance in SE Asia
HSP supported the CDC workshop, "Benchtop to bedside use of antimicrobial-resistance data: Detection, prevention, and response to carbapenem resistance in SE Asia", in Bangkok, Thailand from December 11-13. The event brought together interdisciplinary hospitals teams from across the region, as well as Ministry of Health representatives and international experts, to discuss CPO resistance detection and response with the goal of strengthening coordination on this issue within healthcare … Continue Reading
December 16, 2024
International Collaboration during the Pandemic: Lessons Learned and Ways Forward for Building Pandemic Resilience from a Biosafety and Biosecurity Perspective
HSP with funding support from the State Department Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation, Biosecurity Engagement Program (BEP) hosted a two-day regional capstone meeting, "International Collaboration during the Pandemic: Lessons Learned and Ways Forward for Building Pandemic Resilience from a Biosafety and Biosecurity Perspective" in Singapore on 5-6 December 2024. This capstone meeting marked the culmination of a series of engagements in 2023-2024, bringing together … Continue Reading
December 13, 2024
Advancing Biosecurity: Building a Sustainable Framework for Brazil
Health Security Partners (HSP), in collaboration with the U.S. State Department's Biosecurity Engagement Program (BEP) and Brazilian Society for Biosafety and Biosecurity (SB3), hosted a two-day workshop on “Advancing Biosecurity: Building a Sustainable Framework for Brazil” from December 9-10, 2024 in Brasília, Brazil. Building on efforts that began in September 2024, this workshop brought together 10 stakeholders from across Brazil to develop a regulatory framework for biosecurity. National … Continue Reading
December 10, 2024
Excellence in Cyberbiosecurity Workshop: Standard Operating Procedure Development for the Nigerian Life Science Sector
Health Security Partners (HSP), in collaboration with the U.S. State Department's Biosecurity Engagement Program (BEP), CRDF Global, and the Nigerian Biological Safety Association (NiBSA), hosted a four-day “Excellence in Cyberbiosecurity Workshop: Standard Operating Procedure Development for the Nigerian Life Science Sector” from November 18-21, 2024 in Abuja, Nigeria. The workshop brought together 23 participants from across Nigeria. Subject matter experts, from Sention, presented on various … Continue Reading
December 06, 2024
HSP Collaborates Again with the Ministry of Health and Balai Besar Pelatihan Kesehatan Ciloto (BBPK) for Continued Partnership
Health Security Partners is excited to kick off our second year of collaboration with Ministry of Health, Balai Besar Pelatihan Kesehatan Ciloto (BBPK) as they lead the Frontline & Intermediate Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) activities in Indonesia! ???? This partnership underscores the power of global teamwork in advancing health security. Together, we are strengthening public health systems and empowering frontline health workers in Indonesia. Our work wouldn’t be possible … Continue Reading
December 05, 2024
2024 Outstanding Firefighters of the Philippines
HSP would like to congratulate SFO1 Raymart S. De Guzman for being named one of the 2024 Outstanding Firefighters of the Philippines! Having worked with SFO1 De Guzman, we’ve witnessed firsthand the dedication, expertise, and passion that earned him this well-deserved recognition. Join us in giving a huge round of applause to this remarkable individual—congratulations on this amazing … Continue Reading
December 03, 2024
Chemical Risk Assessment for HazMat/ CBRN Response
HSP, in collaboration with the CBRN Society of Indonesia, hosted a four day, multinational train-the-trainer training entitled Chemical Risk Assessment for HazMat/ CBRN Response on 18-21 November 2024 in Jakarta, Indonesia. The training was funded by the U.S. State Department's Chemical Security Program (CSP) and was attended by members of the Indonesian, Philippine, Thai, and Malaysian first responder communities. The training was comprised of lectures and case studies followed by practical … Continue Reading
December 02, 2024
National Surveillance Strategy for AMR in Aquaculture
We are thrilled to announce the launch of Pakistan's first National Surveillance Strategy for AMR in Aquaculture, a groundbreaking initiative developed by Health Security Partners, in collaboration with DAI, and supported by the Fleming Fund Country Grant Pakistan. This strategy represents a pivotal step toward improving the management of antibiotic use in aquaculture, with far-reaching benefits for human, animal, and environmental health. Given aquaculture's critical connection to broader … Continue Reading
November 26, 2024
CBRNE Medical First Responder Volunteer Surge Capacity Force Training Workshop
On November 8-9, 2024, HSP hosted the first of a series of CBRNE Medical First Responder Volunteer Surge Capacity Force Training Workshops for a cohort of newly graduated doctors, nurses, and other medical first responders from Duhok. The training, hosted by the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr - School of Medicine, focused on providing civilian volunteers with baseline CBRNE awareness training as well as operational-level training for basic life support and first aid. The Volunteer Force … Continue Reading
November 22, 2024
Rise In Measles Cases
The WHO reports boom in measles cases globally: In 2023, global measles cases soared to 10.3 million—a 20% increase from the previous year. Alarmingly, 22 million children missed their first vaccine dose, and only 74% received the second dose, falling short of the 95% coverage needed to prevent outbreaks.Tragically, over 107,500 lives were lost, predominantly among children under five.Vaccination is crucial. Let's strengthen immunization efforts to protect our children and communities.Read … Continue Reading
November 18, 2024
“Hidden Hazards: Addressing Human Fungal Diseases in Indonesia” Webinar
On October 10, 2024, HSP supported the webinar Hidden Hazards: Addressing Human Fungal Diseases in Indonesia, organized by the National Health of Biology (Balai Besar Laboratorium Biologi Kesehatan), Ministry of Health (MOH). HSP provided technical assistance for webinar hosting, including online language interpretation and livestreaming on You Tube. The event provided two sessions; an overview of the fungal disease situation in Indonesia, presented by Mrs. Retno Wahyuningsih from the … Continue Reading
November 18, 2024
Antimicrobial Resistance
To fight #AntimicrobialResistance (AR) we have to recognize that the health of people is closely connected to the health of animals and our shared environment. Everyone plays a role in fighting AR. Learn more here: https://www.cdc.gov/antimicrobial-resistance/prevention/index.html … Continue Reading
November 14, 2024
Enhancing Biosecurity through Aflatoxin Detection and Management in Kenya!
Health Security Partners (HSP), in collaboration with the Biorisk Management Association of Kenya (BMAK) and funded by the U.S. Department of State's Biosecurity Engagement Program, is excited to host the upcoming four-day event, "Enhancing Biosecurity through Aflatoxin Detection and Management in Kenya!"This training is designed to strengthen biosecurity measures across Kenya’s agricultural sector by equipping participants with advanced skills in detecting and managing aflatoxin. With a … Continue Reading
November 12, 2024
Advanced Biorisk Management Training Program
HSP, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of State - Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation, Biosecurity Engagement Program (BEP) and the Malaysian Biosafety and Biosecurity Association (MBBA), hosted the first phase of a three phase advanced biorisk management training program from 23 September- 4 October 2024. The first phase took place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Participants consisted of biorisk officers from multisector research institutions across Malaysia. Throughout … Continue Reading
November 08, 2024
Tactical Analytical Chemistry for HazMat/ CBRN Response Training
HSP, in collaboration with the University of Philippines College of Medicine CBRN Health Security Initiative, hosted a multinational three day Tactical Analytical Chemistry for HazMat/ CBRN Response Training on 7-9 October 2024 at the Philippines Bureau of Fire Protection National Headquarters in Quezon City, Philippines. The training was funded by the U.S. State Department's Chemical Security Program (CSP) and was attended by members of the Philippine, Thai, and Malaysian first responder … Continue Reading
November 08, 2024
Scholarship Day at Universitas Indonesia
On October 31, Universitas Indonesia (UI) held a special appreciation event during their three-day Scholarship Day, recognizing the vital contributions of scholarship providers. Health Security Partners (HSP) was honored to be among 135 organizations acknowledged for our ongoing support of UI students. For the past four years, HSP has proudly sponsored full tuition scholarships for students in the Advanced Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP), empowering the next generation of public … Continue Reading
November 05, 2024
Meeting of the S.E. Asia Biosecurity Experts Group
HSP, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of State - Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation, Biosecurity Engagement Program (BEP) hosted a meeting of the S.E. Asia Biosecurity Experts Group in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 17-18 October 2024. The meeting brought together multi-sector biosecurity experts from Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines for two days of intensive deliberations on biosecurity topics of mutual interest. It also brought together the national biorisk … Continue Reading
November 05, 2024
Upcoming Event!
HSP and Eskisehir Osmangazi University (ESOGU) are thrilled to launch the Chemical Risk Officer (CRO) Training Program to strengthen chemical safety at Turkish universities! ?? Virtual sessions will begin this November, with an in-person training in Istanbul coming up in January 2025. Stay tuned for more updates on our CRO cohort as we gear up to mitigate chemical security risks and make chemical research … Continue Reading