2026 FIFA World Cup Resources
Discover emergency preparedness resources for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
New England State Epidemiologist Phone Numbers
- Connecticut: 860-509-7994 or 860-509-8000 (weekend, evening, holidays)
- Maine: 1-800-821-5821
- Massachusetts: 617-983-6800
- New Hampshire: 603-271-4496
- Rhode Island: 401-222-2577 or 401-276-8046 (after hours)
- Vermont: 802-863-7240 or 1-800-640-4374 (within Vermont only)
Considerations identified by NYC Health.
Recommendations from the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE).
A CDC resource page providing soccer fans with key public health and safety information for attending matches and related events.
A weekly email briefing from FIFA’s Intelligence Team providing real-time safety, security, and situational awareness updates for FIFA World Cup events across North America.
A resource hub supporting hospital preparedness and coordination for the FIFA World Cup with intelligence updates, training materials, and planning resources.
A fan information page with Gillette Stadium match schedules, event guidance, FAQs, and other important details for attendees.
An interactive map showing FIFA World Cup host cities, stadiums, hotels, and training sites throughout North America.
An ASTHO tabletop exercise toolkit designed to help jurisdictions prepare for potential overdose spikes during the FIFA World Cup.
A preparedness resource page for healthcare providers and partners that includes guidance, screening tools, training materials, and biological and radiation threat resources for major 2026 events.
A Massachusetts public health preparedness webpage with resources on healthcare planning, infectious diseases, food safety, weather concerns, and visitor safety during the World Cup.
A Massachusetts public safety webpage describing statewide efforts and coordination to safely host the FIFA World Cup.
A readiness checklist from the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL).
A webpage outlining Rhode Island’s FIFA World Cup preparedness efforts and providing healthcare, food safety, water quality, and public health resources.
SEND US YOUR RESOURCES
Have a resource you'd like to share? CT HCC staff will be regularly updating this resource list throughout the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Resources must be publicly available and approved to share with any audience.
Send your resources to coordinator@cthcc.org.
Key Documents
Coalition bylaws, the strategic plan, and the Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (HVA).
Coalition Sponsored Training Opportunities
Training opportunities supported by the Connecticut Health Care Coalition.
On-Demand Course: Application of the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Unlock the key to mastering the essential elements of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses with our comprehensive on-demand program. This meticulously crafted course covers the critical components of IS 100, 200, 700, and 800, offering a deep dive into the core concepts and practical applications of emergency management as outlined by FEMA.
Course Highlights:
- IS 100, 200, 700 & 800 Course Content: Gain a practical understanding of key incident management elements.
- Expert Instruction: Benefit from the expertise of industry professionals with years of experience in healthcare incident management.
- Course Certification: Receive a prestigious certificate upon course completion, showcasing your commitment to excellence in incident management.
Who Should Enroll: This course is ideal for healthcare emergency management professionals, administrators, and incident response team members who are looking to learn the foundations of incident management.
Coalition-Sponsored Evacuation Summit on June 8
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The CT HCC is sponsoring an evacuation summit to take place on June 8, 2026. Get hands-on training with real evacuation equipment and learn evacuation best practices. Each session has 30 seats, so register today while there are still some available!
Partner Training Opportunities
Training opportunities provided by the Partners of the Connecticut Health Care Coalition
Familiarize yourself with the Region 1 Family Assistance Center. Plan and to discuss procedures for establishing and managing a center for victims’ families in the immediate aftermath of a crisis.
Region 5's BIO 200 exercise. Register to participate in a functional exercise with a mock POD setup.
Region 2's BIO 200 exercise. Register to participate in a functional exercise with a mock POD setup.
Register to attend a two-day workshop hosted by the FBI New Haven Field Office at Camp Nett.
Provider Resources
Learn how to reduce the risk of exertional heat stroke, recognize warning signs in athletes, respond quickly with proper cooling methods, and safely guide return to activity after an incident.
Connecticut Resources
State-level preparedness and response resources.
Connecticut Department of Public Health’s lead office for public health preparedness and response.
Statewide CPR/AED and bleeding control training equipment guidance (PDF).
Federal / National
National guidance for healthcare coalitions and HPP capabilities.
National guidance for healthcare system preparedness from ASPR TRACIE.
ASPR TRACIE’s healthcare coalition topic collection and planning resources.
Access & Functional Needs
Resources for supporting people with access and functional needs.
Resource hub for seniors and individuals with access and functional needs.