Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV pose tremendous health challenges in the developed and developing world. Infections are increasing in the population, in particular adolescents and men who have sex with men and resistance to treatment is becoming an increasing problem for both STIs and HIV. Primary prevention programmes remain under-resourced but progress has been made. HIV therapy and its dissemination into the developing world has been a huge success. New initiatives such as HPV vaccines and improved laboratory diagnostics offer big improvements in disease prevention and diagnosis.

Opinion leaders, researchers and clinicians from around the world provide leadership in STI/HIV prevention, diagnosis and treatment. The ISSTDR/BASHH 2009 event will bring them together to share their innovation, good practice and expertise.

Congress Objectives

• To provide a forum for the presentation of high quality, original scientific research and clinical practice.
• To promote the exchange of clinical, practical and scientific information and ideas.
• To provide an educational programme appropriate for all those interested in sexually transmitted disease research, and as a continuing medical education (CME) opportunity for specialists
• To give delegates the opportunity to network with colleagues.
• To strengthen and expand the effectiveness of the society in promoting the above endeavours.
• To allow participants to keep up-to-date with industry research and developments.