World Mental Health Day 2025 “Caring for those who care for others.” Today, on World Mental Health Day, ASID recognises the mental health challenges faced by our infectious diseases workforce. We encourage everyone to pause, connect, and check in with a colleague, friend, or team member.

SAVE THE DATE Bone & Joint Infections Conference 4 & 5 September 2026 Zin at Federation Square Do not miss this multidisciplinary conference. Put it in the diary now. More information to follow.

SAVE THE DATE! 3 & 4 July 2026 Hotel Intercontinental, Brisbane, QLD ASID Zoonoses Conference is back for another year. Put this in your calendar as a must attend event.

ASID CMV Webinar - 15 October 2025 Proudly supported by Takeda Challenging CMV Cases in Solid Organ Transplant Recipients Wednesday 15 October - 6.00pm - 7.30pm Register here - asidevents.eventsair.com/cmv-webinars...

INTREPID Webinar Complicated Urinary Tract Infections in Children Thursday 9 October 2025 Moderator: Sarah Allen Speaker: Dr Penelope Bryant To register click here - asidevents.eventsair.com/intrepid-202...

We are excited to open applications for the Trainee’s Weekend Travel Grants for this year’s event, to be held 6 & 7 December 2025 at the UTS in Sydney. Please complete the application form via this link: asidevents.eventsair.com/trainee-week... Applications close on Sunday, 5 October, at 5 pm AEST

We oppose the recent EPA approval of ipflufenoquin for agricultural use in New Zealand1and seek an urgent meeting to explain the risks to human health prior to approval by MPI. Read more - asid.net.au/news/mpi-app...

EXPERT REACTION: US vaccine panel meeting to consider safety of COVID-19 and other vaccines ASID received a request from the Australian Science Media Centre to provide a statement. You can read this and others here - www.scimex.org/newsfeed/exp...

ASID ASM - Save the Date 27-30 May 2026 Hotel Grand Chancellor - Hobart lutrawita | Tasmania

ASID CMV Webinar - Wednesday 15 October 2025 Challenging CMV Cases in Solid Organ Transplant Recipients 6.00pm - 7.30pm Presenters: Helen Tang (RPAH) Jenny Li (Alfred) Becky Lane (ADHB) Register now - asidevents.eventsair.com/cmv-webinars...

Paracetamol use in pregnancy – what does the evidence say? Recent discussion has raised concerns about whether taking paracetamol during pregnancy may increase the risk of autism in children. Current evidence does not establish a causal link. theconversation.com/its-ok-to-us...

ASID MEMBER SURVEY This is your last chance to complete the 2025 ASID Annual Member Survey before it closes on Monday, 30 September 2025. We would be so grateful if you could take just 10 minutes to share your thoughts. 👉 Please complete the survey today: www.surveymonkey.com/r/PNM63Y9

Measles briefing: annual US cases highest since turn of century; outbreaks in our region and beyond; Australia alert Read more here - ncirs.cmail20.com/t/t-e-gdthyy...

Today is R U OK? ‘Every’ Day 💛 A simple conversation can change a life. Let’s check in, listen, and support one another. #RUOKDay #ASID

ASID is hosting two webinars on CMV thanks to the support of Takeda Educational Grant. Challenging CMV Cases in Hematologic Stem Cell Transplant Recipients and Patients with Hematologic Malignancies Wednesday 17 September 6.00pm - 7.30pm To register - asidevents.eventsair.com/cmv-webinars...

ASID welcomes the introduction of Australian Centre for Disease Control (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2025 as a pivotal step to the establishment of a permanent, statutory Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC). Read more here.

World Humanitarian Day 2025 | August 19 Honouring those who step up when the world needs them most ASID joins the global community in recognising World Humanitarian Day, honouring the health workers, researchers, first responders, and humanitarian teams who risk their lives to protect others.

ERDS 2025 — Thank You to Our Sponsors & Exhibitors Sponsors 💎 Pfizer – Platinum Sponsor 🥉 CSL Seqirus – Bronze Sponsor 🥉 GSK – Bronze Sponsor Exhibitors 🔹 Gilead 🔹 AstraZeneca Thank you for showcasing your innovations and connecting directly with our delegates.

ERDS 2025 — Preparing for the Next Pandemic Our final session looked boldly ahead, asking not if, but when the next pandemic will come… and how we’ll be ready. Bringing One Health to the forefront and highlighting the challenges in the public health system bringing all relevant parties together.

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.

🌬️ 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.

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 Visit the website - asidevents.eventsair.com/emerging-res...

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_...

Healthcare Infection Control Special Interest Group (HICSIG) - EOI The ASID HICSIG subcommittee is seeking Expressions of Interest for new members to join our committee: asid.net.au/hicsig Please send EOI and a current CV to [email protected] by 15 June 2025.