ERS/GA²LEN Research Seminar: Post-Genome Respiratory Epidemiology 2
Deadline for application: 9 September 2008 ERS and GA²LEN organise a Research Seminar on 'Post Genome Respiratory Epidemiology II : an interdisciplinary challenge' from 6-8 November 2008 in Cernay, France. Space is limited and all applications go through a selection process. More information on programme and application
GA²LEN-EAACI Allergy Schools in 2008
Allergy School on Epidemiology of Allergy and Respiratory Diseases The last GA²LEN-EAACI Allergy School in 2008 will take place from 25 - 28 November 2008 in London, UK.
Please note that the Allergy School on 'Hot Topics on Allergy and Asthma', from 29 August - 1 September 2008, in Tbilisi, Georgia, is cancelled. More information
New guidelines for GPs: diagnosis and management of allergic rhinitis
In collaboration with health professionals' associations IPCRG and WONCA, and EFA
The majority of patients with allergic rhinitis first seek medical advice in primary care practices. GPs have a central role to play in the adequate diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Two short guidelines aim to support doctors in their diagnostic and facilitate their assessment of the disease and their medication choices. Read more
9 GA²LEN centres will be following athletes selected for the Beijing Olympic Games.
The aim of the study is to assess the prevalence and diagnosis rates of asthma and allergies among top athletes in summer sports. About 20 percent of summer sports athletes have asthma . This proportion varies between different types of sports; endurance sports in particular such as runners, swimmers, and cyclists, have been reported to have a high prevalence. Read more
Ongoing Call for Collaborating Centres
More than 50 Collaborating Centres have joined GA²LEN to date
The call is open! More information on collaborating schemes and how to become a Collaborating Centre of GA²LEN.
