International Workshop on RSV Infection 2023

The International Workshop on RSV Infection 2023 took place as a hybrid meeting on 7 May 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal.

RSV is a leading cause of acute lower respiratory infection (ALRI) and respiratory mortality among young children globally. It is responsible for an estimated 3.6 million hospital admissions each year, increasing the burden of the epidemic on the healthcare systems and societies. 

In 2019, RSV caused more than 100,000 deaths in children under the age of five years globally, with more than 45,000 occurring in children younger than six months old.

The disease burden in older children and adults is less studied. In the United States, an estimated 3-10 % of adults develop RSV-associated respiratory infection yearly, with 1-2 in 1000 patients admitted to hospital resulting in a 1-2 % case fatality rate.

Severe disease is associated with advanced age and underlying comorbidities. While young children often acquire RSV outside their homes, transmission within the household is a significant risk factor for the elderly. This transmission dynamic is integral to implementing prevention measures and future vaccination programs.

The COVID pandemic influenced the course of the RSV epidemic, with an initial major decrease followed by a subsequent rebound beyond the usual seasonality. This could have a significant impact on prevention strategies.

There is a crucial unmet need for knowledge exchange and discussion on preventing early childhood RSV-associated ALRI morbidity and mortality.

This program encompasses epidemiology, pathophysiology, system immunology, prevention in pediatrics and adults, vaccination during pregnancy, and treatment options in neonates.

General Information 

Practical Information 

Registration is free for all Regular Delegates*. A registration fee applies to other individuals.

*Free Registration is offered to the following participants: NGO Representatives, Advocates, Community Representatives, Policy Makers/ Government Representatives or Healthcare Professionals. Healthcare practitioners are defined as professionals that provide any type of health care service to patients living with HIV or other diseases.

**For virtual or in-person participation

Important

• We strongly advise that you register early to ensure your registration. Registration will close when the capacity of the venue is reached.

• 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.

• The International Workshop on RSV Infection 2023 accepts new original data as well as encored abstracts. All abstracts must focus on RSV and contain up-to-date information at the time of the conference. 

• Abstract submitters are encouraged to use person-first language in their abstracts. View our guidelines here

Support Our Initiative
Financial backing helps us deliver an impactful meeting experience to the benefit of healthcare professionals and researchers interested in RSV Infection.
 
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 Christina Moustakaki at Christina.Moustakaki@amededu.com or call +31 30 2307147.
 
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.