Free ISAC Webinar

ISAC is delighted to invite you to its next free educational webinar on "Dissemination of viral infections during mass gatherings" on 24 October 2022 at 15.00 (CET)* which is organised by ISAC's Viral Infections Working Group.

Mass gatherings (such as sporting events, concerts or religious pilgrimages) are high profile occasions, often attended by tens of thousands of individuals. They can pose public health challenges and strain public health resources of the host community, city or country. Mass gatherings, like the Hajj, Olympics or musical festivals, necessitate significant preparedness and response planning on the part of the host. There is plentiful evidence that mass gatherings can be the focus of the spread of pathogens causing infectious diseases. Of particular importance are viral infections, particularly in the context of current outbreaks: COVID-19 and monkeypox. Such infections can be transmitted at the event itself, during transport to and from the event, and in participants’ home communities upon their return.

The purpose of this webinar is to outline the most significant viral infections currently associated with mass gatherings, suggest key planning considerations for the organisers of mass gatherings in the context of novel viral outbreaks and provide general advice on the public health aspects of mass events.

We look forward to your participation.

Participants will be able to download a certificate of attendance during the webinar.
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