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 27-28 November 2010. This is the sixth 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 renowned speakers from worldwide, 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 various topical issues. We truly hope that you will take up this invitation and attend this Convention in Hong Kong!

Hong Kong is a place blessed with a mixed blend of modern western culture and vintage oriental culture. We are sure that you will have a wonderful time here!

All participants will be invited to apply and join the ACAAI as an international member.

We look forward to seeing you at the HKAC 2010!

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

PRELIMINARY SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMME

Sunday, 28 November 2010

08:45 – 09:15	Registration
09:15 – 10:30	Parallel Symposium 1: Allergies in Dermatology • Contact Dermatitis – Henry CHAN • Urticaria and Angioedema – Nicola CHAN • Food Energy and Eczema –Helen CHAN	Parallel Symposium 2: Allied Health: Allergy Frontiers • Diaper Rash, is it Allergy? – Lai-Yin CHONG • Fundamentals in Asthma – Susanna NG • Severe Allergic Reactions – Roland LEUNG
10:30 – 11:00	Coffee Break
11:00 – 12:00	Plenary Symposium 3: Epidemiology in Allergy • Epidemiology of Food Allergy – Gary WONG • Allergic Rhinitis – Connie KATELARIS • Epidemiology of Asthma – Christopher LAI
12:00 – 13:00	Plenary Lecture 2: Sir QW Lecture: Management of Allergy – the Role of Environmental Control – Tak LEE
13:00 – 14:30	Satellite Symposium 3 and Lunch (Sponsored by AstraZeneca) SMART Management of Asthma Patients – Ian PAVORD
14:30 – 15:30	Plenary Symposium 4: Update on Management of Allergic Diseases 2 • Sinusitis – Dennis LEE • Allergic Eye & Non-allergic Eye Diseases – Connie KATELARIS • Drugs Allergy – Adrian WU
15:30 – 16:15	Plenary Lecture 3: Stevens Johnson Syndrome & Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Pathogenesis & Management – Sami L. BAHNA
16:15 – 16:45	Coffee Break
16:45 – 18:15	Plenary Symposium 5: Airway Disease • Phenotype-specific Management of Severe Asthma – Ian PAVORD • Role of T Helper Cells in Allergic Airway Inflammation – Itsuo IWAMOTO • Role of Infection in Asthma Exacerbations in Children – Ting-Fan LEUNG
19:00 – 22:00	Faculty Dinner (By invitation only)

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

SATELLITE MEETING IN MACAU
Monday, 29 November 2010
Venue: Lecture Hall of Kiang Wu Hospital (鏡湖醫院)

** 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 30 September 2010. The presenting authors will be notified by a letter of acceptance in October 2010 if the abstract is accepted by the Scientific Programme Committee. Prize will be awarded for the Best Poster Presentation.

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 from the following colleges and academic institutions:

*The programme is recognized by the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.



REGISTRATION
Registration Fees

Registration fee will include
• Admission to the Opening Ceremony, all Convention sessions and satellite symposia
• Admission to the sponsored lunches, dinner and morning / afternoon coffee and tea
• One set of HKAC 2010 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 to the Congress Secretariat by fax or mail with appropriate payment.

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 20 November 2010.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made in writing to the HKAC 2010 Secretariat and the refund will be made after the Convention. If cancellation is received before 27 October 2010, 50% of the registration fee will be refunded. Thereafter, there is no refund of registration fee.

HKAC 2010 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