Norovirus: An Ongoing Challenge

25 November 2009

28 Portland Place, London, W1B 1DE

Tab 1: Conference overview

Please note: This event is now fully booked. To be placed on the waiting list please contact Jennifer Tatman at jtatman@rsph.org.uk

Norovirus outbreaks remain a major public health concern and the subject of much media attention.

It is estimated that Norovirus accounts for 50% of worldwide food borne gastroenteritis (diarrhoea and vomiting) outbreaks and causes more than 23 million cases of acute gastroenteritis a year in the USA alone. It is also the most prevalent cause of infectious gastroenteritis in England and Wales – and is now recognised to occur throughout the year and affect individuals of any age.

Norovirus used to be known as the ‘winter vomiting virus’, but now could claim the title of the ‘cruise ship bug’, given it’s prolificacy in that environment. Norovirus is also known for its dominance of the gastrointestinal infection statistics and its ability to close down hospital wards or hotels when it strikes.

With the continuing difficulties involved in controlling outbreaks of Norovirus, this conference will share experiences and update delegates on current knowledge of the virus and managing outbreaks, both in clinical and community settings.

The conference will be chaired by Professor Rodney Cartwright, Medical Microbiologist and RSPH advisor.

Who should attend?

This meeting will provide an excellent opportunity to update on the issues surrounding Norovirus infection and outbreak. It is essential learning for those working in the health sector, environmental health, the cleaning products industry, the cruise ship industry and anyone working in infection control.
 
For more information, please contact Jennifer Tatman, Conference and Event Officer on 020 3177 1614 or jtatman@rsph.org.uk
 

Please download the   Norovirus Booking Form

Download the   Norovirus Programme

Early bird discounts are available- book now!

Tab 2: Conference details

Please note: This event is now fully booked. To be placed on the waiting list please contact Jennifer Tatman at jtatman@rsph.org.uk
 
Venue
The course will take place at 28 Portland Place, London W1. Nearest underground stations are Great Portland St and Oxford Circus; both are within easy walking distance.
 
Programme information
Registration from 9.00am to 9.30am. Meeting starts at 9.30am. Close at 4.50pm.
 
Enquiries
Please contact Jennifer Tatman on 020 3177 1614 or jtatman@rsph.org.uk 
 
Continuing Professional Development
CPD credits are currently being sought for this meeting.
 
Fees (no VAT payable)
RSPH Members: £150 (Early bird: £128)
Public sector and charities: £185 (Early bird: £158)
Private Sector (Non-Members): £245 (Early bird: £208)

Cheques must be made payable to RSPH. Please note, places are guaranteed only upon receipt of payment and payments must be received by the RSPH 4 weeks prior to the course.

Cancellation
Substitutions can be made at any time.
If notification is received 8 weeks prior to the course, a full refund will be made minus an administration charge of £40. Cancellations received after this time will receive no refund. Please note that notification of cancellation must be made in writing. The organisers reserve the right to change the timings and/or identity of the speakers.
 
For full details please download the   Norovirus Booking Form
 

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