ASPR: HHS Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response
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ASPR leads nation's medical and public health preparedness for, response to, and recovery from disasters and public health emergencies. Want to know more? Visit https://aspr.hhs.gov!
In 2025, ASPR deployed personnel, supported complex domestic and global missions, safeguarded healthcare systems, delivered lifesaving medical countermeasures, and more. Read the full 2025 recap on our blog: https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=503
January 6, 2026 at 8:24 PM
In 2025, ASPR deployed personnel, supported complex domestic and global missions, safeguarded healthcare systems, delivered lifesaving medical countermeasures, and more. Read the full 2025 recap on our blog: https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=503
99.9% uptime for saline. That’s the vision of the Deka Research Caspian System team.
This system is being developed to provide a reliable supply of @fda.gov approved sterile saline at the point-of-care. Simple to use. Designed to be deployed.
ASPR's PDAS Knox and the ASPR team saw it first-hand.
This system is being developed to provide a reliable supply of @fda.gov approved sterile saline at the point-of-care. Simple to use. Designed to be deployed.
ASPR's PDAS Knox and the ASPR team saw it first-hand.
January 5, 2026 at 6:50 PM
99.9% uptime for saline. That’s the vision of the Deka Research Caspian System team.
This system is being developed to provide a reliable supply of @fda.gov approved sterile saline at the point-of-care. Simple to use. Designed to be deployed.
ASPR's PDAS Knox and the ASPR team saw it first-hand.
This system is being developed to provide a reliable supply of @fda.gov approved sterile saline at the point-of-care. Simple to use. Designed to be deployed.
ASPR's PDAS Knox and the ASPR team saw it first-hand.
The numbers tell the story: 268K volunteers. 13K technical assistance requests answered. Multi-jurisdictional operations tested. In 2025, ASPR strengthened the resources our nation relies on when disaster strikes.
🔗 https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=503
🔗 https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=503
January 5, 2026 at 12:50 PM
The numbers tell the story: 268K volunteers. 13K technical assistance requests answered. Multi-jurisdictional operations tested. In 2025, ASPR strengthened the resources our nation relies on when disaster strikes.
🔗 https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=503
🔗 https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=503
From developing breakthrough medical countermeasures to manufacturing essential medicines on U.S. soil, ASPR delivered wins for health security in 2025. $1+ billion invested. 10 FDA approvals. A stronger U.S. pharmaceutical supply chain.
Read our Year in Review: https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
#MAHA
Read our Year in Review: https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
#MAHA
January 2, 2026 at 7:19 PM
From developing breakthrough medical countermeasures to manufacturing essential medicines on U.S. soil, ASPR delivered wins for health security in 2025. $1+ billion invested. 10 FDA approvals. A stronger U.S. pharmaceutical supply chain.
Read our Year in Review: https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
#MAHA
Read our Year in Review: https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
#MAHA
From supporting 10 new FDA approvals for medical countermeasure to responding to cyber threats in St. Croix, ASPR confronted emerging health challenges with innovation and speed in 2025. We'll be ready for whatever lies ahead in 2026. https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
December 31, 2025 at 8:12 PM
From supporting 10 new FDA approvals for medical countermeasure to responding to cyber threats in St. Croix, ASPR confronted emerging health challenges with innovation and speed in 2025. We'll be ready for whatever lies ahead in 2026. https://bit.ly/4pjCHzR
Secretary Kennedy declared a Public Health Emergency in WA to ensure public health officials & health care providers have more flexibility to provide care after severe storms, flooding & mudslides. https://aspr.hhs.gov/newsroom/Pages/PHE-Declared-for-Washington-Following-Severe-Weather-Dec2025.aspx
December 24, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Secretary Kennedy declared a Public Health Emergency in WA to ensure public health officials & health care providers have more flexibility to provide care after severe storms, flooding & mudslides. https://aspr.hhs.gov/newsroom/Pages/PHE-Declared-for-Washington-Following-Severe-Weather-Dec2025.aspx
Hurricane Helene caused unprecedented flooding, widespread damage to roadways, and the need to evacuate numerous residents, many of whom needed medical assistance. Learn how medical responders reached isolated communities to care for evacuees. https://bit.ly/4iQ9eMj
December 19, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Hurricane Helene caused unprecedented flooding, widespread damage to roadways, and the need to evacuate numerous residents, many of whom needed medical assistance. Learn how medical responders reached isolated communities to care for evacuees. https://bit.ly/4iQ9eMj
This season, may we celebrate the strength of our nation, the spirit of service, and the confidence that guides us into a new year. Wishing everyone peace, health, and joy.
December 19, 2025 at 8:51 PM
This season, may we celebrate the strength of our nation, the spirit of service, and the confidence that guides us into a new year. Wishing everyone peace, health, and joy.
Opioid addiction is not just a public health crisis. It is a national security threat, & it strikes at the heart of our communities nationwide.
In the latest edition of the ASPR blog, John Knox details ASPR’s latest efforts to reduce deaths from opioid overdose. https://tinyurl.com/3fr5r9yz
In the latest edition of the ASPR blog, John Knox details ASPR’s latest efforts to reduce deaths from opioid overdose. https://tinyurl.com/3fr5r9yz
December 18, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Opioid addiction is not just a public health crisis. It is a national security threat, & it strikes at the heart of our communities nationwide.
In the latest edition of the ASPR blog, John Knox details ASPR’s latest efforts to reduce deaths from opioid overdose. https://tinyurl.com/3fr5r9yz
In the latest edition of the ASPR blog, John Knox details ASPR’s latest efforts to reduce deaths from opioid overdose. https://tinyurl.com/3fr5r9yz
Signature Healthcare’s Brockton Hospital’s 10-alarm electrical fire forced the evacuation of 162 patients and caused an extended closure. Learn how the hospital overcame challenges to reopen and continue serving their community. https://bit.ly/4pm2LuZ
December 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Signature Healthcare’s Brockton Hospital’s 10-alarm electrical fire forced the evacuation of 162 patients and caused an extended closure. Learn how the hospital overcame challenges to reopen and continue serving their community. https://bit.ly/4pm2LuZ
When Brown University needed help, 30+ RI MRC volunteers answered immediately, providing overnight behavioral health & incident support with extraordinary compassion. These volunteers reduced acute stress, supported reunification, brought comfort, and more.
December 16, 2025 at 10:10 PM
When Brown University needed help, 30+ RI MRC volunteers answered immediately, providing overnight behavioral health & incident support with extraordinary compassion. These volunteers reduced acute stress, supported reunification, brought comfort, and more.
Updated! The Hazard Vulnerability Assessment/Risk Assessment Topic Collection includes new tools & resources to help healthcare organizations plan for local threats and comply with various rules and standards. https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/technical-resources/3/hazard-vulnerability-risk-assessment/0
December 15, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Updated! The Hazard Vulnerability Assessment/Risk Assessment Topic Collection includes new tools & resources to help healthcare organizations plan for local threats and comply with various rules and standards. https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/technical-resources/3/hazard-vulnerability-risk-assessment/0
🌪️Facing not one, but two hurricanes in quick succession, HCA Healthcare’s emergency operations were put to the test. Learn how they used their resources to protect patients, support staff, and continue care during power, water, and communication failures. https://bit.ly/4aumqEs
December 12, 2025 at 8:51 PM
🌪️Facing not one, but two hurricanes in quick succession, HCA Healthcare’s emergency operations were put to the test. Learn how they used their resources to protect patients, support staff, and continue care during power, water, and communication failures. https://bit.ly/4aumqEs
All disasters are local, and so is our support. ASPR’s Regional Operation teams connect state and local leaders with essential federal public health and medical resources—swiftly, from drills to real-world responses.
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December 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM
All disasters are local, and so is our support. ASPR’s Regional Operation teams connect state and local leaders with essential federal public health and medical resources—swiftly, from drills to real-world responses.
🔗https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=501
🔗https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=501
Hospitals must be ready to shelter, relocate, or evacuate during disasters. The latest chapter in ASPR TRACIE’s Hospital Readiness and Response Online Guidebook can help you make better decisions related to timing, logistics, communications and more. Read it now. Be prepared: https://bit.ly/48SdtUa
December 10, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Hospitals must be ready to shelter, relocate, or evacuate during disasters. The latest chapter in ASPR TRACIE’s Hospital Readiness and Response Online Guidebook can help you make better decisions related to timing, logistics, communications and more. Read it now. Be prepared: https://bit.ly/48SdtUa
🏥When Hurricane Helene hit, one hospital effectively sheltered in place to protect patients and staff while overcoming utility failures, road closures, supply shortages, and other challenges.
👉Learn how resilience and planning made it possible: https://bit.ly/4oyBuV7
👉Learn how resilience and planning made it possible: https://bit.ly/4oyBuV7
December 8, 2025 at 5:50 PM
🏥When Hurricane Helene hit, one hospital effectively sheltered in place to protect patients and staff while overcoming utility failures, road closures, supply shortages, and other challenges.
👉Learn how resilience and planning made it possible: https://bit.ly/4oyBuV7
👉Learn how resilience and planning made it possible: https://bit.ly/4oyBuV7
New resource alert! Our Data Sources for Hazard Vulnerability Assessments page helps healthcare facilities & communities access key data by hazard type, such as civil unrest, natural and man-made disasters, patient surge, and more. Explore it here: https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/HVA
December 5, 2025 at 9:11 PM
New resource alert! Our Data Sources for Hazard Vulnerability Assessments page helps healthcare facilities & communities access key data by hazard type, such as civil unrest, natural and man-made disasters, patient surge, and more. Explore it here: https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/HVA
Today, we announced the provision of BARDA-supported investigational vaccines and treatments to fight the Marburg outbreak in Ethiopia. https://aspr.hhs.gov/newsroom/Pages/HHS-Provides-Marburg-Vaccine-Therapeutic-to-Ethiopia-4Dec25.aspx
December 4, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Today, we announced the provision of BARDA-supported investigational vaccines and treatments to fight the Marburg outbreak in Ethiopia. https://aspr.hhs.gov/newsroom/Pages/HHS-Provides-Marburg-Vaccine-Therapeutic-to-Ethiopia-4Dec25.aspx
This #Thanksgiving, I am reminded of the many reasons to be grateful: the resilience of our communities, the dedication of public servants, and the spirit of service that unites us.
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy Thanksgiving.
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy Thanksgiving.
November 27, 2025 at 3:16 PM
This #Thanksgiving, I am reminded of the many reasons to be grateful: the resilience of our communities, the dedication of public servants, and the spirit of service that unites us.
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy Thanksgiving.
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy Thanksgiving.
Imagine being stranded abroad during a disaster. Who ensures Americans return home safely? ASPR & Japan have built a model partnership that provides lifesaving support & is working to shape global readiness for tomorrow. Learn more: https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=500
November 21, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Imagine being stranded abroad during a disaster. Who ensures Americans return home safely? ASPR & Japan have built a model partnership that provides lifesaving support & is working to shape global readiness for tomorrow. Learn more: https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx?ItemID=500
Thanks to all the Medical Reserve Corps volunteers who help rural and frontier communities prepare for disasters, respond when Americans need them, and support community health throughout the year. We appreciate all you do to help people thrive and promote better health outcomes. #RuralHealthDay
November 20, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Thanks to all the Medical Reserve Corps volunteers who help rural and frontier communities prepare for disasters, respond when Americans need them, and support community health throughout the year. We appreciate all you do to help people thrive and promote better health outcomes. #RuralHealthDay
ASPR’s mission is simple: save lives and protect Americans. Under the leadership of President Trump, we are forging a future defined by readiness, resilience, and an unshakable resolve. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/op-eds/3882384/trump-administration-secret-weapon-american-preparedness/
November 12, 2025 at 5:45 PM
ASPR’s mission is simple: save lives and protect Americans. Under the leadership of President Trump, we are forging a future defined by readiness, resilience, and an unshakable resolve. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/op-eds/3882384/trump-administration-secret-weapon-american-preparedness/
October 20, 2025 at 1:11 PM
September is #NationalPreparednessMonth! The SNS supports communities with medical supplies, planning tools, & guidance to stay ready for emergencies. Learn how you can partner with us to put lifesaving resources in reach. https://aspr.hhs.gov/SNS/Pages/course-listings.aspx
#StockpileInfo #NPM2025
#StockpileInfo #NPM2025
September 29, 2025 at 5:47 PM
September is #NationalPreparednessMonth! The SNS supports communities with medical supplies, planning tools, & guidance to stay ready for emergencies. Learn how you can partner with us to put lifesaving resources in reach. https://aspr.hhs.gov/SNS/Pages/course-listings.aspx
#StockpileInfo #NPM2025
#StockpileInfo #NPM2025
Behind every mission-ready K9 is a team of dedicated professionals. ASPR/NDMS's National Veterinary Response Team is proud to have supported the U.S. Secret Service during the U.N. General Assembly by keeping working animals healthy and ready to serve. #UNGA
September 29, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Behind every mission-ready K9 is a team of dedicated professionals. ASPR/NDMS's National Veterinary Response Team is proud to have supported the U.S. Secret Service during the U.N. General Assembly by keeping working animals healthy and ready to serve. #UNGA