2023 Respiratory Diseases Conference Singapore

Respiratory Diseases Conference Singapore 2023

Date: 2nd November 2023

The APACI Respiratory Diseases Conference 2023 recently concluded, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing fight against respiratory diseases. This year’s hybrid event brought together over 100 participants in person and an additional 300 online, highlighting the continued interest and dedication to advancing respiratory health across multiple sectors.

The conference featured four insightful sessions, covering a broad range of critical topics, including the latest updates on influenza, the ongoing challenges of COVID-19, advancements in vaccines for the elderly, and treatments for severe respiratory diseases. Experts from healthcare, research, and policy shared their knowledge, emphasising the importance of innovation and global collaboration in tackling the dynamic nature of respiratory disease management.

We would like to thank APACI Director John Tam and Raja Dhar for chairing the event. Their leadership and expertise were instrumental in shaping the success of the conference. Additionally, we are grateful to Rod Pearce, the Chairman of the Immunisation Coalition, for facilitating the Q&A sessions, which helped foster engaging and insightful discussions among attendees.

Our sincere appreciation also goes out to all the speakers who shared their expertise and contributed to the richness of the event. Your efforts have greatly enhanced the understanding of respiratory diseases and their management.

As we reflect on the success of the APACI Respiratory Diseases Conference 2023, we remain committed to fostering connections, sharing knowledge, and driving innovation in the field of respiratory health. We look forward to the next event, where we will continue our collaborative journey towards reducing the burden of respiratory diseases and creating a healthier world.

Conference Highlight Video

Conference Newsletter

Final Program

Presentation Recordings:

Vaccine Overview – Raja Dhar

Session 1: INFLUENZA – BUILDING TOWARDS AFFECTING CHANGE

Influenza: Changing Environment – Vijaykrishna Dhanasekaran

Influenza Vaccine Policy Development – Zamberi Sekawi

Influenza in the Vulnerable – Maw Pin Tan

Improving Vaccination Uptake – Carol Tan

Session 2: COVID-19 – IS THIS STILL A GLOBAL HEALTH THREAT?

The Future of COVID-19 Vaccines – Ivan Hung

Co-administration of vaccines – Annelies Wilder Smith

COVID-19 Variants – David Smith

Dealing with Vaccination Fatigue – Leo Yee Sin

Session 3: VACCINES FOR THE ELDERLY: WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS

Zoster – Asok Kurup

Pertussis – Mine Durusu Tanriover

RSV – See Kay Choong

Pneumococcal Disease – Kuntjoro Harimurti

Session 4: TREATMENT FOR SEVERE RESPIRATORY DISEASE

Antivirals – David Hui

Monoclonal antibodies and other therapeutics – Paul Tambyah

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