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title: "Ebola Preparedness Update: Resources and Guidance for New York Hospitals"
description: New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has taken several actions in recent weeks to strengthen statewide Ebola preparedness, and a number of resources are now available for hospitals and healthcare facilities.
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# [Ebola Preparedness Update: Resources and Guidance for New York Hospitals](https://uiss-inc.com/contract-news/ebola-preparedness-update-resources-and-guidance-for-new-york-hospitals)

 Written by [Kathy Kirvin](https://uiss-inc.com/contract-news/author/kathy-kirvin) | Jun 10, 2026 7:04:27 PM

New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has taken several actions in recent weeks to strengthen statewide Ebola preparedness, and a number of resources are now available for hospitals and healthcare facilities.

**PPE Inventory Reporting**

As part of an ongoing effort to assess healthcare system readiness, DOH requested that hospitals report Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) inventory counts through a one-time SMART survey. The survey focused on available quantities of N95 respirators, masks, gloves, and gowns. A [copy of the survey](https://d2qx6k04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/UB+113/d2qX6K04/VW3b8T2K56hQW8HF2yW7KfqscW3wqskQ5PNt-tN2dmMwH5nXHCW6N1X8z6lZ3lWW13tgd62X5CF3W87l7g21MvM9jN67dlT-b9jZ0VNPyPg3qtzgjW5l47tS4PCj78W5htNDY8529GMW3HL4XQ4B80MfN7vWd8cZFRDpW2t34r967vVVQN1q3k3d5XNJjW63bVPV2flsRZW4ty8LJ3MwsxnW1tG4Mx77Gn7BW5Hy7TL1zcl_DW5rbYnY3zkrHqN5NDnl9V8xhzW1WSTM07rTKCMW6XRC0_91btWXW78LTxG3Sf_NcV2zxcX8CccyqW3dgWrC6C8fdPW4yg1gF6Hq93zW4svDG0686CYxW5Ldxb86ScX5VW8T_g0Q7ZttdRW95HGv_6SgnZ-W6m4FLY2bxP3ZVXKRDm2QPL_2W8TBTFy5DyzXmW8msjtj8g5zVTW228Zl84WxFjNW4jhLs14cMznnW3N2hw53WXtdWN6B-Jb0rHBKpW3h45hl1lPQ56N8X76Fj4sB5kW2Pbqxw793S8NW5YDg4Z6rP_bsf3yMCl404) is available for reference. For questions about network-level reporting or submission, contact DOH at [hospinfo@health.ny.gov](mailto:hospinfo@health.ny.gov).

**Webinar Recording and Slides Now Available**

On June 2, 2026, NYSDOH held a webinar for hospitals on Ebola preparedness, covering current developments and recommendations for healthcare providers. The webinar recording and presentation slides are now available on the [Ebola and Marburg Virus Information for Health Care Providers, Facilities, and Laboratories](https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/ebola/providers/) page on the NYSDOH website, along with additional resources.

**Dear Administrator Letters (DALs)**

DOH issued two Dear Administrator Letters (DALs) related to Ebola preparedness:

- [**Hospital Preparedness Actions**](https://uiss-inc.com/hubfs/dal_26-06.pdf) — Outlines steps hospitals should take to prepare for potential Ebola patients, including recommendations for screening, isolation procedures, staff readiness, and maintaining adequate PPE supplies. A provider poster for display within healthcare facilities is included.
- [**Decedent Management Guidance**](https://uiss-inc.com/hubfs/DAL%2017-08.pdf) — Provides guidance for hospitals and funeral directors on the management and handling of remains. Because Ebola-related protocols differ from standard procedures, facilities should review this guidance carefully and ensure appropriate policies and procedures are in place.

**Updated EMS Transportation Guidance**

Updated guidance has been released for high-consequence infectious disease transportation operations. Facilities and EMS personnel should review the [updated guidance document](https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/pdf/26-02.pdf) from NYSDOH.

*For questions, contact NYSDOH at [hospinfo@health.ny.gov](mailto:hospinfo@health.ny.gov).*

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