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Emerging Infectious Diseases - Emerging Responses
HIV DIAGNOSTICS MEETING: PRELIMINARY PROGRAM
CDC HIV Diagnostics Conference February 28- March 1 in Orlando, FL
2005 APHL Infectious Disease Conference-----
Deadline Reminder
Emerging Infectious Diseases - Emerging Responses
The Grosvenor Resort in Orlando, FL, March 2-4, 2005.
As infectious diseases emerge and reemerge with increasing frequency, those
responsible for detection, identification, surveillance and control of
emerging pathogens must operate from the latest and most accurate
information. The 2005 APHL Infectious Disease Conference participants
will:
Grasp the state of the art in laboratory diagnostics for a range of
infectious diseases of public health significance
Evaluate ways to utilize the most robust and efficient laboratory
methods
Identify gaps in diagnostic methods and explore possible solutions
Review emerging technologies for pathogen discovery and detection
Build relationships with leaders in human disease surveillance,
molecular methods and others represented at this meeting of diverse
specialists.
Meet new partners in the laboratory diagnostic community, for
example, specialists in environmental monitoring for agents of
bioterrorism or food and animal disease surveillance
Obtain information on hot topics including transfusion/transplant
infections, HIV laboratory diagnostics, new and old respiratory
viruses, regulatory issues and quality assessment protocols for
molecular assays.
Several deadlines for the APHL Infectious Disease Conferences are fast
approaching that you won't want to miss!
The early registration rate ($300) for the conference ends on February 1,
2005. After that date the registration fee increases to $350. Register now
and avoid the extra cost. For a registration form, visit our website at
http://www.aphl.org/National_Conferences/2005_Infectious_Disease_Conference/files/Registration_F orm.pdf
The last day to make your hotel reservation at the Grosvenor Resort is
January 29, 2005. After that date our conference rate of $95.00
(single-quad) plus tax per night will expire. Make your reservation now to
avoid missing out on a rate that is cheaper than government per diem! Call
the Grosvenor Resort at 800.624.4109 and tell them you are attending the
APHL Infectious Disease Conference to get this rate. This rate is also good
three days before and after the conference in case you wish to add a few
days of fun at Disney in addition to the conference.
For the most detailed information on the conference, including the
preliminary program, visit our website at
http://www.aphl.org/National_Conferences/2005_Infectious_Disease_Conference.cfm
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CDC HIV Diagnostics Conference February 28- March 1 in Orlando, FL
You can now register for the CDC sponsored HIV Diagnostics Conference
entitled, "HIV Diagnostics: New Developments and Challenges," February
28-March 1, 2005 at the Grosvenor Resort in Orlando, FL. This conference
immediately precedes the APHL Infectious Disease Conference at the same
location. In light of the availability of new enzyme immunoassays (EIA),
three FDA-approved rapid HIV antibody tests, and other diagnostic
approaches including nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT), experts
agree it is essential to reevaluate options for the confirmation of HIV.
The CDC seeks to encourage public health and clinical input at this
conference.
The registration fee for the conference is $125.
The registration form can be found at
http://www.aphl.org/National_Conferences/HIV_diagnostics_new_developments_and_challenges.cfm
or http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/rapid_testing/.
The last day to make your hotel reservation at the Grosvenor Resort is
January 29, 2005.
After that date our conference rate of $95.00 (single-quad) plus tax per
night will expire. Make your reservation now to avoid missing out on a rate
that is cheaper than government per diem by calling the Grosvenor Resort at
800.624.4109. This rate is also good three days before and after the
conference in case you wish to add a few days of fun at Disney in addition
to the conference. If you are only attending the CDC HIV Diagnostics
Conference, tell the hotel you are attending the "CDC HIV Diagnostics" to
get this rate. If you plan on attending both the CDC HIV Diagnostics
Conference and the APHL Infectious Disease Conference, please tell the
hotel you are attending the "APHL ID Conference."
For the most detailed information on the conference, including the program
announcement, call for abstracts, and full preliminary program visit the
APHL website at
http://www.aphl.org/National_Conferences/HIV_diagnostics_new_developments_and_challenges.cfm
or the CDC website at http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/rapid_testing/.
If you have any questions, please contact Tony Tran at 202.822.5227x229 or
atran@aphl.org.
HIV DIAGNOSTICS MEETING: PRELIMINARY PROGRAM (Draft 1-5-2005)*
Monday February 28
Scientific session 1: New HIV Enzyme Immunoassays
Scientific session 2: NAAT testing for Acute HIV Infection
Scientific session 3: Rapid HIV Testing
Networking Reception – Poster/Exhibit area
Tuesday March 1
Scientific session 4: Options for Confirmatory Testing in Different
Settings
Scientific session 5: Dried Blood Spot Testing
Updates:
Incidence Surveillance
Status of tests for recent infection
CDC's plans for the IND for detuned testing
Concurrent Discussion Sessions:
IND Investigators Meeting: tests for recent infection
Rapid HIV testing in International Settings
Wrap-up and Discussion
* Note: This is a preliminary program outline and not all speakers are
confirmed. Final program is subject to change and may be revised based on
abstract submissions. There will be breaks provided for Poster and Exhibit
Review.