Infection Control meetings & conferences

American Nurses Association 8th Annual Nursing Quality Conference

February 5 - 7, 2014 Phoenix, Arizona

Advancing Quality Outcomes: Research, Practice and Innovation

Conference Goals:

Examine Various Innovative Models Used to Reduce Hospital Acquired Conditions and Improve Quality of Care

Illustrate and Analyze Strategies Designed for Rapid Improvement in Quality

Analyze Methods for Translating Research and Evidence into Practice

Examine Healthy and Safe Work Environments and Strategies to Improve the Work Environment

Options for the Control of Influenza VIII

September 5-10, 2013 Cape Town, South Africa

Held every 3 years, Options for the Control of Influenza is the largest international scientific conference exclusively devoted to influenza.  Options VIII will showcase recent advances in the basic science and control and prevention of influenza.  Whatever your domain of expertise – virology, veterinary medicine, human medicine, public health policy, industry or journalism – Options for the Control of Influenza VIII is the premier conference bringing together experts dedicated to all aspects of influenza.  Presentation formats will include keynote addresses, invited lectures, scientific workshops, abstract presentations, satellite meetings and poster sessions.

The 2013 conference will allow delegates to experience the beauty and warm hospitality of Cape Town, South Africa. Delegates at Options VIII will experience an unforgettable mix of modern and traditional African ambience. Options VIII will highlight these characteristics along with cultural events strategically placed within the agenda. In addition, delegates will be provided an opportunity to participate in many pre-conference or post-conference tours on their own to encounter nature and history and create memories to treasure.

Conference Goals and Objectives:

•Provide comprehensive scientific guidance for all stakeholders involved in influenza prevention, control, and treatment, including seasonal pandemic planning

•Promote genuine international and multidisciplinary collaboration, supporting the full spectrum of influenza research from basic science to the development of new vaccines and antiviral agents to epidemiology and control programs

•Provide a collegial atmosphere where scientists working in public health and scientists working in agricultural or veterinary agencies may exchange information to develop collaborative approaches to the control and prevention of pandemic influenza

•Maximize the opportunities for informal discussions and exchange of ideas between representatives of government agencies, academia, and industry

Join us in Cape Town and experience this premier event!

For questions contact us at info@controlinfluenza.com.

14th World Sterilization Congress

The Annual Congress of the World Forum for Hospital Sterile Supply (WFHSS) is the prime international event for specialists of sterilization, as the Biennal DAS Congress, in Turkey. WFHSS and DAS Congresses are established traditions where practitioners and professionals meet together to capture innovations and new ideas in the field, and provide feedback for the future. The Congress will be held at Antalya, Turkey November 6-9, 2013

8th International Conference on Legionella

29 October – 01 November 2013 Melbourne, Australia

The 8th International Conference on Legionella will be held in Melbourne, Australia from 29th October – 1st November, 2013. The goal of the meeting is to bring together researchers and professionals with an interest in the biology, epidemiology, clinical and environmental management and prevention of Legionella infections. A wide range of scientific symposia will highlight current issues around Legionella and a full social program will provide invaluable opportunities for international networking and the exchange of information. We greatly encourage participation by students and scientists in the early stages of their careers.

The Conference Program for The 8th International Conference on Legionella will be based on the following themes:

Epidemiology and public health
Clinical diagnosis and treatment
Environmental detection and control
Pathogenesis and immunology
Genetics and genomics
Ecology and evolution
Physiology and biochemistry
 

Systems Biology of Infection Symposium

June 23-27, 2013 Monte Verità, Switzerland

This international conference will focus on concepts and methodologies in Systems Biology of Infection, offering the unique opportunity for researchers at all levels to discuss the latest topics in this rapidly emerging field.

It will be held at the spectacularly located Centro Stefano Franscini conference centre at Monte Verità, overlooking Lake Maggiore in Ticino, Switzerland. The program includes invited speakers who are leaders in the field, as well as selected short talks and posters from participants.

Contact

For all enquires relating to this conference, please contact Dr. Paolo Demaria of Demaria Event Management:

sysbioinf@demariaevent.ch

Organization for Safety, Asepsis & Prevention (OSAP) 2013 Symposium

June 13-15, 2013 San Diego, California

"Charting a Course for Infection Prevention & Safety"

The 2013 Symposium, an annual three-day conference, is brought to you by the Organization for Safety, Asepsis & Prevention (OSAP).

What You Will Learn at the 2013 OSAP Annual Symposium

The 2013 Symposium Program is designed to present cutting-edge information, skill building sessions and numerous opportunities to learn, share and grow.  After attending the Symposium, participants will be able to:

Navigate current changes and emerging issues in science, technology, guidelines, regulations, policies, practices and products;
Explore connections, resources and tools to optimize compliance; and
Advance a culture of safety throughout healthcare.

Who Should Attend the 2013 OSAP Annual Symposium

Educators
Consultants
Clinicians responsible for infection prevention and safety in their work setting
Infection Control Coordinators
Researchers
Risk Managers
Sterilization Technicians
Policy Makers
Large Group Practices
Companies Engaged in Infection Prevention & Safety Products and Services