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One of the most powerful sessions from last week’s came from A/Prof Claire Hooker, University of Sydney. “Trust in Crisis: Lessons from Australia’s COVID-19 Risk Communication,” unpacked the complexities of how we share information in uncertain, high-stakes moments, and why trust is a critical tool.
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🌬️ ERDS 2025:
Last week, ASID proudly hosted the Emerging Respiratory Diseases Symposium (ERDS) at the iconic Charles Perkins Centre in Sydney, and it was nothing short of phenomenal.
From pandemics to prevention, policy to practice, the conversations were sharp, timely, and unforgettable.
In Memory of Professor David Isaacs
We are deeply saddened to share that Professor David Isaacs passed away peacefully over the weekend, following a long illness.
Our thoughts are with David’s family, friends, colleagues, and all those whose lives he touched.
Vale, Professor Isaacs.
World Hepatitis Day | 28 July 2025
“Hepatitis Can’t Wait” – and neither can we.
At ASID, we remain committed to:
✔️ Clinical leadership
✔️ Research & education
✔️ Advocacy for equitable care
Let’s continue to turn science into action — because hepatitis can’t wait.
#WorldHepatitisDay #HepCantWait
Towards Hep B Elimination Webinar
Monday 4 August 2025 @ 6.30pm
Presenters:
Dr Grace LH Wong
Professor, Gastroenterology and Hepatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
A/Prof Dee Lee
President Elect, World Hepatitis Alliance
REGISTER NOW - asidevents.eventsair.com/hepatitis-b-...
ANZPID Clinical Meeting and Trainee Meeting
Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick 28-30 August 2025
Here are links to the program for the ANZPID Clinical Meeting, and for the Trainee Morning. For program details visit the website - asidevents.eventsair.com/anzpid-clini...
REGISTER NOW!
SYMPOSIUM - Emerging Respiratory Diseases
Respiratory Resilience: One Health Approaches to Tackling Emerging Infectious Threats
1 & 2 August 2025
Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney
Visit the website - asidevents.eventsair.com/emerging-res...
INTREPID WEBINAR - THURSDAY 24 JULY 2025
Please join us for our next INTREPID session this Thursday 24th of July.
'Pyrexia of Unknown Origin Panel Discussion' a multidisciplinary approach.
6:30 pm AEST (Melbourne / Sydney time)
REGISTER NOW - asidevents.eventsair.com/intrepid-202...
World Population Day | 11 July
As the population continues to grow, so too does the complexity of the challenges we face in safeguarding health at scale. On World Population Day, we’re reminded of the link between population dynamics and infectious disease control.
#WorldPopulationDay #ID
The Emerging Respiratory Diseases Symposium is fast approaching.
An excellent program awaits!
Hear from the country's most knowledgeable experts on emerging respiratory diseases.
For more information visit the website - asidevents.eventsair.com/emerging-res...
ASID is thrilled to introduce our newly revamped Strategic Plan, Purpose, and Values!
We are delighted to announce that ASID has undergone a significant strategic overhaul.
"Together Shaping the Future of Infectious Diseases"
Visit the website for more: www.asid.net.au.
NAIDOC Week 2025: The Next Generation – Strength, Vision & Legacy
This NAIDOC Week, ASID celebrates the strength, vision, and legacy of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia, and Māori and Pasifika peoples in Aotearoa New Zealand
🌏🐾 World Zoonoses Day – July 6, 2025 🧬
The Australasian Society for Infectious Diseases (ASID) recognises the critical importance of World Zoonoses Day. Zoonotic diseases — infections transmitted from animals to humans — account for more than 60% of emerging infectious diseases globally.
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The final presentations at the Emerging Respiratory Diseases Symposium will focus on "Preparing for the next pandemic – public health, research and vaccine development"
Find out more - asidevents.eventsair.com/emerging-res...
Shaping Sepsis Care is a new Australian study that brings together patients, carers, and healthcare professionals to identify and rank the most important unanswered research questions about sepsis.
TAKE THE SURVEY - monashred.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Emerging Respiratory Diseases Symposium
1 & 2 August 2025
Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney
Early Bird closes this week! Friday 4 July. Don't miss out on the discounted rates.
Visit the website for more information - asidevents.eventsair.com/emerging-res...
Emerging Respiratory Disease Symposium
1 & 2 August 2025
Session Three - Communicating in a Crisis – Insights from those on the front line
Hear form some of the experts at communicating public health crises:
To find out more visit the website - asidevents.eventsair.com/emerging-res...
2025 Emerging Respiratory Diseases Symposium
1 & 2 August 2025
Charles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney
Session Two - RSV and More - A Focus on Prevention
Prevention in Children | Prevention in Adults | New Vaccines
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GIFTING TODAY, MAKES AN IMPACT TOMORROW
Be part of something meaningful — help shape the future of infectious diseases research.
Your contribution will help drive groundbreaking discoveries, fuel innovation, and make a lasting impact on global health.
Donate Now - asid.net.au/donate
ASID is excited to announce the 2025 Trainees’ Weekend, to be held December 6 - 7 at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS).
There will also be plenty of opportunities for socialising, including a Trainee Dinner.
Program details, registration link, and Travel Grant information to follow.
2025 Emerging Respiratory Diseases Symposium
1 & 2 August 2025
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to hear from experts in respiratory disease management, pandemic preparedness and One Health.
Early Bird Registration closes 4 July.
Register now - asidevents.eventsair.com/emerging-res...
World Refugee Day – June 20 - Solidarity with Refugees
We’re reminded that behind every case and every data point — there’s a person. And for the more than 114 million people displaced worldwide, access to healthcare is often fragmented, delayed, or entirely out of reach.
EMERGING RESPIRATORY DISEASE SYMPOSIUM
FINAL RPOGRAM ANNOUNCED
1 & 2 August 2025
Visit the website for more information - asidevents.eventsair.com/emerging-res...
Early bird registration closes 4 July so there is still time to get the discount.
🎉 Royal Recognition for One of Our Own! 👑
The Australasian Society for Infectious Diseases (ASID) extends its warmest congratulations to Dr Richard Malik, who was awarded a King’s Honour during the recent King's Birthday celebrations! #ASID #KingsBirthdayHonours #OneHealth #InfectiousDiseases
SNAP Trial Helps Resolve Long-Running Controversies Over Management of Staph Bacteremia (recently present at ESCMID)
You can also listen to the Breakpoints and communicable podcast on SNAP here - breakpoints-sidp.org/116-snap-out...
15th Australasian Viral Hepatitis Conference (VH2025).
Join an international line-up of speakers showcasing the "Real People, Real Action, Real Results" happening towards the elimination of viral hepatitis.
Register for #VH2025 - www.hepatitis.org.au/registration...
Did you complete your specialty training with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) between 1 May 2023 and 30 April 2024? If so, the RACP and the Australasian Society for Infectious Diseases (ASID) want to hear from you.
www.racp.edu.au/fellows/beco...
Don't miss this weeks INTREPID Webinar - Thursday 12 June at 6.30pm
Please join us for our next INTREPID session, this Thursday 12 June, on ’Nontuberculous Mycobacteria', to be delivered by Dr Tim Whitmore.
Thursday, 12 June 2025
6:30 pm AEST (Melbourne / Sydney time)
asid.net.au/intrepid
Shaping Sepsis Care is a new Australian study that brings together patients, carers, and healthcare professionals to identify and rank the most important unanswered research questions about sepsis.
The survey will be open until 30 August, 2025.
monashred.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
