Global Center for Health Security

- Our Expertise Overview
- Why Nebraska?
  Nebraska’s difference is an all-star, all-volunteer team that dedicated itself to being ready for any biocontainment crisis at any time.
- Leadership
  The Global Center is led by experts in biopreparedness and high-consequence infections research, education and clinical care.
- Scholars
  Our scholars represent the pinnacle of health security expertise and are integral to advancing the mission of the GCHS in the domains of clinical care, operational response, research and development, and training in health security, and emergency response. GCHS scholars play a critical role by contributing to strategic priorities, shaping initiatives, and advancing the GCHS’s global leadership.
- Affiliates
  Our affiliates are innovative experts collaborating to advance global health security.
- C-STARS
  C-STARS, the Center for Sustainment of Trauma Readiness Skills- Omaha is a collaboration between UNMC, Nebraska Medicine, and the Air Force Research Laboratory’s School of Aerospace Medicine. C-STARS Omaha works closely with UNMC’s Global Center for Health Security, iEXCEL, and the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit to take advantage of the medical center’s capabilities and expertise in biopreparedness training and research.
- Our Team
  Our team consists of a variety of professionals providing support and project management to further the Global Center for Health Security’s mission.
- Domains Overview
- Clinical Operations
  The Global Center for Health Security is the premier U.S. institution for management of high-consequence infections. Further, our clinical capabilities include biological, chemical, burn, and radiation domains.
- Education & Training
  Our expertise is now sought worldwide and officially sanctioned by the U.S. government. The GCHS is the home base to the national Training, Simulation, and Quarantine Center and the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit.
- Research
  The GCHS has laser-focused existing work by our leading scientists in fields like chemical weapons, drug discovery and public health.
- International Partnerships & Innovation
  The GCHS tackles the most pressing problems in emerging infectious diseases through international partnerships and innovation.
- Programs Overview
- Core Capabilities
  Learn about the GCHS’ 4 core capabilities: Emerging Pathogens Lab , Nebraska Biocontainment Unit , the National Quarantine Unit, and deployable teams.
- Core Programs
  The GCHS works with multiple core programs to enhance our capabilities to respond effectively to public health challenges.
- Partnerships
  The GCHS partners with many outside organizations to strengthen our commitment to addressing global health challenges through research and innovation.
- Associated Groups & Programs
  Learn more about the impactful programs led by GCHS leadership, scholar, and affiliates.
- Academic Programs
  Explore GCHS academic programs which include the Health Security Fellowship and the Biological Defense and Health Security program.
- Health Emergencies Overview
- Outbreaks to Watch
  Find information about emerging pathogens, diseases and outbreaks from around the world. Stay updated on the most recent information on worldwide global health and emerging pathogens outbreaks.
- Ebola Virus/Bundibugyo ebolavirus
  GCHS is currently monitoring the outbreak of Bundibugyo ebolavirus in the DRC and Uganda. Explore this page for updates, resources, and situational reports.
- Measles
  GCHS is currently monitoring the current Measles outbreak. Explore this page for updates, resources, and situational reports.
- Dengue Fever
  Florida is currently experiencing a Dengue fever health emergency. This page provides more information, situation reports, and resources.
- H5 Avian Influenza
  Explore this page for H5 updates, resources, and situational reports.
- COVID-19
  Access COVID-19 resources, manuals, and playbooks.
The Transmission
- News Overview
- Events
  Explore GCHS and partner upcoming events and training opportunities.
- Annual Reports
  Explore our annual reports.
- Videos
  Explore our videos.

Category: Salmonella

Newsweek: Salmonella Outbreak Grows to 65 Cases as FDA Searches for Source

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has raised the reported case count in an ongoing Salmonella Javiana investigation from 59 to 65. The outbreak remains active, and the agency has not identified a food linked to the illnesses.

Nov 5, 2026

USA Today: Whole Foods supplement recalled over salmonella risk

Supplements sold at Whole Foods Market have been recalled due to potential salmonella concerns.

Nov 2, 2026

WRIC: Dozens sick due to salmonella outbreak linked to Central Virginia oysters

Dozens of people across 12 states have gotten sick due to a salmonella outbreak linked to Central Virginia oysters.

Oct 22, 2026

Medical Daily: Jalapeño Salmonella Outbreak Ends at 488 Illnesses in 34 States with FDA Unable to Find the Contamination Route

Federal health officials have closed the investigation into a Salmonella outbreak tied to imported jalapeño peppers after 488 people in 34 states got sick.

Oct 7, 2026

US News & World Report: Alfalfa Sprouts Linked To E. Coli And Salmonella Outbreak

Alfalfa sprouts sold in grocery stores have sickened 55 people in 15 states, federal health officials say. Two of those people were infected with both E. coli and Salmonella, an unusual combination in a single outbreak.

Aug 26, 2026

The Independent: Salmonella outbreak: How can I check if my eggs are safe to eat?

One person has died and hundreds have been taken ill following an outbreak of food poisoning across the country.

Aug 26, 2026

Reuters: Record salmonella outbreak in Belgium infects at least 306

A record salmonella outbreak in a Belgian chicken farm has infected at least 306 people after they ate eggs, the food safety agency said on Tuesday.

Aug 26, 2026

BBC: Taylor Farms recalls jalapeno products after salmonella outbreak

Food producer Taylor Farms is recalling a swathe of its fresh products containing jalapeno peppers after a salmonella outbreak.

Aug 10, 2026

AP: Jalapeños linked to a US salmonella outbreak are tracked to a Mexican farm and a distributor

Jalapeño peppers linked to a multistate salmonella outbreak have been traced back to a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, federal officials say.

Aug 6, 2026