- Abstract Submission Portal is now open! For more information, click here.
- Registration fees are WAIVED for all abstract presenters that qualify as either academia from Resource-Limited Settings or Early-Career Investigators. A 50% discount is offered for those without an accepted abstract
Demystifying Long COVID International Conference 2024
What's New
About this Program
The Demystifying Long COVID International Conference 2024 will be held on 21 - 22 November 2024. This conference aims to raise awareness, clarify misconceptions, promote understanding, and stimulate discussion amongst healthcare professionals, investigators, policymakers, and community representatives on the clinical manifestations, management, plausible preventive and therapeutic options, and public health challenges related to Long COVID (or post-acute sequelae of COVID-19).
Knowledge of symptom-specific testing and diagnostic recommendations for Long COVID is still limited. The possible protective role of vaccination remains an extensive area of research, likewise the possible effect of antiviral and other treatment strategies. This highlights the importance of sustained medical education and regular updates on guidelines.
The program will feature state-of-the-art lectures, case presentations, and interactive sessions tailored to address educational needs in global healthcare settings. Ample time is reserved for debates and panel discussions to enhance knowledge exchange and reinforce the implementation of clinical guidelines and recommendations.
This will be done in the unique context of the COVID-19 pandemic considering regional differences in epidemiology, morbidity and mortality, access to vaccines, tests, and medications, health system capacity, and public health measures.
Program Chairs
General Information
- Neurologists
- Internal Medicine Physicians
- Infectious Diseases Physicians
- Family Doctors
- Cardiologists
- Psychiatrists
- Occupational Therapists
- Clinical/Translational investigators
- Policymakers
- Raising awareness and educating HCPs
- Facilitating translation of new findings into daily practice
- Stimulating clinical research and data sharing
- Define the Long COVID syndrome, and describe diagnostic challenges
- Understand epidemiology and trends in the prevalence in relation to the severity of acute COVID, the vaccination status, age, etc.
- Describe the multisystem pathologies of Long COVID
- Improve management of people living with Long COVID
- Summarize clinical data on potential preventive and treatment options
Practical Information
We trust that the following information will assist you in organizing your participation for the Demystifying Long COVID International Conference 2024.
Translation will not be provided.
Any individual who feels discriminated against, harassed, disrespected, or marginalized is encouraged to report the incident(s) to VE and AME via info@amededu.com or to one of our on-site personnel.
Any participant who is found to have exhibited any inappropriate conduct or behavior against others may be removed from the program.
Registration is now open!
Fees and Conditions
Physical Participation
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Regular Delegates* |
Industry Delegates |
Early Fee (payment before/on 28 July 2024) |
€495 |
€695 |
Standard Fee (payment before/on 20 September 2024) |
€695 |
€895 |
Late Fee (payment after 21 September 2024) |
€795 |
€995 |
Virtual Participation
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Regular Delegates* |
Industry Delegates |
Early Fee (payment before/on 28 July 2024) |
€395 |
€595 |
Standard Fee (payment before/on 20 September 2024) |
€595 |
€795 |
Late Fee (payment after 21 September 2024) |
€695 |
€895 |
Discounts
Early-Career Investigators / Regular Delegates from Resource-Limited Settings (RLS)** WITH accepted abstract |
100% Off Early Fee |
Early-Career Investigators / Regular Delegates from Resource-Limited Settings (RLS)** WITHOUT accepted abstract |
50% Off Current Regular Fee |
NGO Representatives / Government Representatives (i.e. MOH, NIH, NIAID, etc.) / Advocates |
50% Off Current Regular Fee |
Members of Endorsers |
25% Off Current Regular Fee |
Sponsors |
Contact Secretariat |
People Living with Long COVID |
Complimentary virtual registration*** |
* The "Regular Delegate" category includes the following:
- Healthcare professionals and patient representatives;
- NGOs, activists, and lobbyists;
- Government officials, representatives, and policymakers;
- Researchers; and
- Students in a relevant field.
Healthcare professionals are defined as professionals that provide any type of health care service to patients living with HIV or other diseases. If you are not sure, please do not hesitate to contact us at christina.moustakaki@amededu.com
**RLS are countries included in the low-income and middle-income economies list of the World Bank Classification
***People Living with Long COVID can register to attend the conference virtually through this link.
If you have financial concerns, please contact the conference secretariat.
Important
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We strongly advise that you register early to ensure your registration. Registration will close when the capacity of the venue is reached.
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Submission of your online registration does not guarantee that your registration has been accepted. Your registration is final when full prepayment has been received and a confirmation of your registration has been sent.
- Access to all scientific sessions, including poster area;
- Conference pack, including abstract and program book;
- Refreshments during the coffee breaks;
For virtual attendees:
- Access to all scientific sessions
- Digital conference pack, including the program
IMPORTANT:
- Virology Education reserves the right to cancel improper registrations. Claims for a refund will not be honored.
IMPORTANT: The fee waiver is offered to the presenting author only.
To be eligible as an early-career investigator, one should either be a current Master/PhD student or have obtained an MD/PharmD/PhD degree in the last five years. Please find and download the application form at the bottom of this page. This form needs to be completed by a supervisor and received by the Virology Education secretariat at least two weeks prior to the start of the workshop. Virology Education will contact the early-career investigator with instructions regarding the registration procedure.
- Cancellation before/on 21 October 2024: 50% refund (minus an administration fee of €40)
- Cancellation after 21 October 2024: Unfortunately, no refund will be given
If you are unable to attend the conference, a substitute delegate is always welcome at no extra charge, provided that a letter of authorization from the original participant has been received and the conference secretariat has been notified of the name of the substitute delegate before 7 November 2024. A statement (email/letter) of cancellation must be sent to Virology Education.
1. Proof of accreditation
2. Valid identification (e.g. passport)
3. A letter from your assignment giver stating the details of your assignment (e.g. editor)
4. At least 3 previous written assignments in recognized outlets on HIV. If you are a freelance journalist, the assignments can be from different (recognizable) news outlets. Links to online publications are accepted
5. The website of the publication(s)/blog(s) that will be featuring your story on this workshop
A reduced registration fee may apply for accredited media participants depending on availability. Preference will be given to credible print and online news sources. Please contact the conference secretariat for registration conditions.
We would like to receive a copy of your workshop report/ article once it is finalized.
All credentials will be verified by the Organizing Committee of the Workshop. Media representatives are kindly requested to register by sending the above-mentioned information to christina.moustakaki@amededu.com.
Important: Media is restricted to the written press. Recording on film or photo is not allowed. Virology Education will request a copy of the written piece once it is finalized. Media representatives must also agree to abide by the 2024 embargo policy.
Preliminary Program
The program of Demystifying Long COVID International Conference 2024 is currently under development and subject to changes. The below times are set in Central European Time (CET). Please, use this tool to convert the timing into your time zone.
Thursday, 21 November
Friday, 22 November
End of the Program
Organizing Committee
The members of the Organizing Committee are a group of carefully selected experts and inspirational leaders in their respective fields. They meet frequently to discuss the scientific program of the conference, identify interesting topics and candidate speakers, and review all submitted abstracts.
Scientific Program Coordinator
Scientific Committee
The members of Scientific Committee are hand-picked by the Organizing Committee and the conference secretariat based on their significant contributions and commitment to the field. They assist the Organizing Committee by providing them with suggestions for speakers and topics. In addition, they participate in reviewing submitted abstracts, and play an active role during the conference as moderators and/or chairs of sessions.
- Giovanni Guaraldi, MD - University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
- Danilo Buonsenso, MD, PhD - Woman and Child Health and Public Health Rome, Italy
- Tomaso Antonacci - Ville de Florenville, Belgium
- Pauline Oustric, PhD - #ApresJ20 Association Covid Long France, INSERM/Centre Léon Bérard, France
- Clara Lehmann, MD - German Center For Infectious Research, University Hospital Cologne, Germany
Abstract Submission Portal is now open!
Abstracts
The Demystifying Long COVID International Conference 2024 accepts new original data as well as encored abstracts. All abstracts must contain up-to-date information at the time of the conference.
Please note:
- Abstracts must be submitted in English.
- Registration fees are WAIVED for all abstract presenters that qualify as either academia from Resource-Limited Settings or Early-Career Investigators. A 50% discount is offered for those without an accepted abstract. The requirements for the application are specified here.
- Abstracts will be accepted either for oral or poster presentations. Presenters of all accepted abstract are expected to attend in person. Virtual presentations will not be accepted.
Abstract Topics
For purposes of review and programming, abstracts are divided into topical categories.
The selection of the most appropriate category is important as it determines who reviews your abstract. The Review Committee reserves the right to reassign your abstract to a more appropriate category.
Abstract submission topics for submissions:
- Epidemiology
- Syndrome Definition and Diagnosis
- Pathophysiology
- Long COVID in Diverse Populations
- Prevention of post-COVID conditions
- Treatment Strategies and Clinical Trials
- Clinical Management and Models of Care
- Economic Impact
- Pediatrics
- Biostatistics
- Pregnancy
- Social Determinants of Health
General Guidelines
Abstracts should contain the following four components:
- Background: A concise statement of the issue under investigation or a hypothesis;
- Material and Methods: The experimental methods used (including the statistical analyses employed);
- Results: Specific findings (promises such as "to be completed" or "to be presented" are not acceptable);
- Conclusions: A summary of findings that are supported by your results (statistical analyses used to support the conclusions, where appropriate, should be included; concluding statements such as "the results will be discussed" are not acceptable).
Please note that abstracts cannot be accepted if tables or graphs are included. The maximum word count for the abstract body is 350 words.
Abstracts are considered official communications to the conference and will be treated confidentially. Submitters of accepted abstracts agree to attend the meeting and present their abstract as scheduled.
We encourage you to use person-first language in your abstract(s). View our guidelines here.
The terms and conditions can be viewed here: https://academicmedicaleducation.com/abstract-submission-terms-and-conditions
Posters need to meet the following dimensions A0 size (approx. 33" x 47") in portrait format.
Please display the number of your poster in the upper right corner of your poster.
Poster presenters are requested to stand near their posters during the poster session.
We advise you to prepare hand-outs of your poster on Letter or A4 format.
Please hang your posters as early as possible. All posters must be displayed from the opening session to the closure of the meeting.
Adhesive materials will be provided.
Support Our Initiative
Financial backing helps us deliver an impactful meeting experience to the benefit of healthcare professionals and researchers interested in the Demystifying Long COVID International Conference 2024.
This collaboration plays a vital role in both the organizational as well as scientific success of the program.To show your commitment to the cause, get in touch with us for a tailored
support package by contacting Ms. Kim Go at kim.go@amededu.com.
Benefits of Support
By supporting this program, we can offer the following advantages for your company.* Please contact us for the most recent support level benefits for this program.
- Symposium opportunities
- Non-commercial interviews with company representatives
- Verbal acknowledgement during the program
- Discounted and complimentary registrations for your representatives
- Company acknowledgement on digital meeting materials including but not limited to newsletters, flyers, the streaming platform, and our website
- Company acknowledgement on printed meeting materials including but not limited to banners and the program book
- Digital and printed advertising opportunities
- Social media shout-outs
- Logo on the conference bag
*Subject to the support level.
Previous Editions
- 1st Edition - Demystifying Long COVID International Conference 2023
The Demystifying Long COVID International Conference 2024 is endorsed by the following societies and organizations. Their support and collaboration are key to the success of this conference!
Become an Endorser
If you would like your organization to endorse or become a media partner of the Demystifying Long COVID International Conference 2024, please contact Christina Moustakaki at christina.moustakaki@amededu.com