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Allergic diseases are fast becoming one of the most prevalent health problems in the world. We cordially invite you to join us and participate in the Hong Kong Allergy Convention on 15-16 September 2012. This is the seventh time the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) and the Hong Kong Institute of Allergy (HKIA) join hands in organizing the Convention together.

The Convention has been one of the most important gathers for medical professionals in the region. Graced by numerous world authorities in allergies, the Convention will definitely be an excellent occasion for us to get updated on novel discoveries and treatments for allergic diseases. The Convention is informative, broad-based and comprehensive covering hottest topics in the field.

Hong Kong is a place blessed with a mixed blend of modern western culture and vintage oriental culture. Come and join us! All participants will be invited to apply and join the HKIA and ACAAI as a member. We look forward to seeing you at the HKAC 2012!

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

PRELIMINARY SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMME
Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

The registration desk of HKAC 2012 is located at the Foyer of Room S221, Level 2 of Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (Old Wing) Wanchai, Hong Kong (Please use Harbour Road Entrance.)

Saturday, 15 September 2012

Sunday, 16 September 2012

08:45 �V 09:15	Registration
09:15 – 10:30	Plenary Symposium 3: Rheumatology and Allergy • Role for Probiotics in Allergy Practice – Sami L. BAHNA • 4 Warning Signs of Childhood Rheumatic Diseases – Tsz-Leung LEE • Allergic Reactions to Commonly Used Drugs: Non-Aspirin NSAIDs – Lai-Shan TAM
10:30 �V 11:00	Coffee Break
11:00 �V 12:00	Plenary Symposium 4: Allergy and Infection • Useful and Not So Useful Tests in Allergy Practice – Sami L. BAHNA • Role of Viruses in Asthma Exacerbations – Ting-Fan LEUNG • Pneumococcal Infections in the Era of PCV Vaccination – Gary WONG
12:00 – 13:00	Plenary Lecture 3: Sir QW Lee Lecture: Mechanisms Underlying Atopic Dermatitis – Donald LEUNG
13:00 – 14:30	Satellite Symposium 2 and Lunch (Sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline) Asthma Endotypes: A New Approach to the Classification and Treatment of Asthma – Adnan CUSTOVIC
14:30 – 15:30	Parallel Symposium 1: Nasal Allergy • Management of Allergic Rhinitis – Victor ABDULLAH • Role of Surgery in the Treatment of Allergic Nasal   Sinus Disease – Michael TONG • Rhinitis in Young Children – Hugo VAN BEVER   (sponsored by APAAACI)	Parallel Symposium 2: Allied Health Symposium • Why this Child's Asthma is Not Well Controlled?    – Robert TSENG • Food Allergy and Eczema – Helen CHAN • Common Allergic Reactions: Diagnosis and Treatment –    Adrian WU
15:30 - 16:15	Plenary Lecture 4: New Approaches to Asthma Pathogenesis and Treatment – Stephen HOLGATE (Sponsored by MSD)
16:15 �V 16:45	Coffee Break
16:45 �V 18:15	Plenary Symposium 5: Clinical Allergy: What's New? • The Contribution of Translational Research to Asthma Management – Stephen HOLGATE • Bronchial Provocation Testing in the Management of Asthma – Sandra ANDERSON • Role of Vitamin D in Treatment of Asthma and Atopic Dermatitis – Donald LEUNG
19:00 �V 22:00	Faculty Dinner (By invitation only)

** The Programme is subject to change without prior notice.

FACULTY

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

The Scientific Programme Committee cordially invites you to submit abstracts for POSTER PRESENTATIONS. All abstracts must be submitted in English by email. The Abstract Form file is in MS Word (.doc) format and the abstract text should be typed in the Abstract Text Box provided. Please send the completed Abstract Form together with the completed Registration Form and appropriate fee to the Convention Secretariat. Contributions from researchers and clinicians will be an integral part of the scientific programme. Please contribute your latest research to make this a truly memorable meeting at the forefront of allergy. Abstracts related to the field of allergy for poster presentation of completed work or work in progress are welcome. Deadline for submission of abstract is 15 July 2012. The presenting authors will be notified by a letter of acceptance in August 2012 if the abstract is accepted by the Scientific Programme Committee.

Abstract Format and Content 1. Word limit is 250 words including Abstract Title and Main Text. All text should be typed in the Abstract Text Box. 2. Font Face must be Times New Roman. 3. Font Size of the Main Text must be 12-point. Single line spacing. 4. You are recommended to organize the body of the abstract as follows: (a) objectives, (b) methodology, (c) results, and (d) conclusions.

ACADEMIC ACCREDITATIONS

Local participants can be accredited by Continuing Medical Education (CME) points, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) points and Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) points from the following colleges and professional institutions:

REGISTRATION
Registration Fees

* Members refer to all categories of membership of the Hong Kong Institute of Allergy and the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.

To become a member of HKIA, please fill in the Membership Application Form.
To become a member of ACAAI, please click here

Registration fee will include
• Admission to the Opening Ceremony, all Convention sessions and satellite symposia
• Admission to the sponsored lunches and morning / afternoon coffee and tea
• One set of convention materials
• Certificate of attendance

Registration Procedure
Participants can register for the Convention by the following methods:
A. Register ONLINE
B. Complete the Registration Form and return it with appropriate payment to the Convention Secretariat. Upon receipt of completed Registration Form and full payment, the Secretariat will issue a letter of confirmation by email.

Payment
Payment should be made in Hong Kong Dollars or US Dollars by cheque or bank draft payable to "The Hong Kong Institute of Allergy" or you could pay by credit card in Hong Kong Dollars (VISA / MasterCard only).

Please note that substitution is permitted on the basis that written notice is received before 8 September 2012.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made in writing to the Convention Secretariat and the refund will be made after the Convention. If cancellation is received before 15 August 2012, 50% of the registration fee will be refunded. Thereafter, there is no refund of registration fee.

PHOTO GALLERY

Photos on 15 September 2012

Photos on 16 September 2012

HKAC 2012 Secretariat
c/o International Conference Consultants Ltd.
Unit C-D, 17/F, Max Share Centre, 373 King's Road, North Point, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2559 9973
Fax: (852) 2547 9528
E-mail: hkac@icc.com.hk