The group steered away from defined cutoff points such as "droplets" and "aerosols" that scientists have used to distinguish larger particles from smaller particles.
The Biden administration said the strategy builds on lessons learned during the COVID pandemic and aligns with national security policies.
The group is looking for research proposals on indoor air biosensors, respiratory virus risk assessment software, and optimizing building controls.
The two groups will combine efforts to genetically track threats ranging from mosquito borne pathogens to pandemic flu.
The Home Test to Treat program offers home COVID and flu testing, telehealth visits, and treatment—if needed—for uninsured and underinsured adults.
Health officials are releasing 77,000 more doses, with supply stretched by higher-than-expected demand for the new tool for protecting newborns.
Bangladesh eliminated visceral leishmaniasis, Maldives interrupted leprosy transmission, and South Korea eliminated rubella.
A total of 28 experts are on the commission, from fields ranging from epidemiology, veterinary medicine, and food systems management.
Powassan virus infections are still rare, but are increasing.
The network, with its 13 participants, is geared toward improving outbreak response and giving leaders better information for decision making.