01/15/2026
Good Samaritan University Hospital is proud to announce its selection as a recipient of the Special Pathogen Treatment, Assessment, and Network Development (STAND) Award, a $500,000 grant from the National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center (NETEC), the nation’s leader in special pathogen preparedness and response. This funding will build/enhance Good Samaritan's capabilities as a Level 2 Special Pathogen Treatment Center (SPTC), which plays a crucial role in the National Special Pathogen System (NSPS). The NSPS is a tiered framework that ensures safe, high-quality care across the U.S. during high-consequence infectious disease (HCID) outbreaks.
https://www.catholichealthli.org/news/good-samaritan-university-hospital-awarded-500k-grant-advance-special-pathogen-treatment