Conference updates
Innovative R&D development presented at the Stop TB Partnership's Working Group on New TB Drugs
The Stop TB Partnership's Working Group on New TB Drugs met prior to the start of the Union World Conference and included a presentation on The Life Prize - a new initiative to improve the way research and development on new TB regimens is conducted.
The 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health: defined by ground-breaking science for advancing lung health
The 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health held in Guadalajara, Mexico, was distinguished by some of the most innovative science for combatting TB seen in recent years, supporting the conference theme: ‘Accelerating Toward Elimination’.
Final Plenary Session showcases TB solutions to collectively end TB
There is no one answer to ending TB – and the final Plenary Session today showcased some of the many new approaches and methods that, combined with the other new solutions presented this week, will be used to collectively progress the fight against TB.
Rapporteur Session provides overview of conference science
Stacie Stender, Chair of the Coordinating Committee of Scientific Activities (CCSA), hosted the rapporteur session, providing a comprehensive overview of the breadth and depth of the science presented this week.
2017 awards honour both lifetime achievement and young researchers
Each year The Union presents awards at The Union World Conference on Lung Health. This year six awards were presented, honouring contributions to tuberculosis and lung health.
General Assembly sees honorary member elected and Christmas Seals announced
At last night’s General Assembly, resolutions were passed including the 2016 Annual Report, the treasury report and the proposed budget for 2018. Union members also heard the President’s report from the past year.
Plenary examines the impact of the tobacco industry’s corporate abuse on economically disenfranchised groups
At the second plenary of The Union World Conference on Lung Health Gustavo Sóñora, the Union’s legal consultant for tobacco control in Latin America, urged governments to remain focused on the WHO FCTC.
Change of halls / cambio de salas
Please be aware that on Saturday 14 October, halls 9-13 have moved to quieter areas.
Simple oral swab test could revolutionise TB detection in children
In a week when new technological advances dominated the news agenda of The Union’s World Conference, a press conference held today presented a diagnostic test for TB that is simple, potentially ground-breaking, yet very low-tech.
Ingestible sensor to transform TB treatment adherence methods
A new, “digitised medicine” could revolutionise the way patients are treated for TB, according to the results of a study announced during a press conference today at the 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health.
TB partners launch first roadmap to address transmission of bovine and zoonotic tuberculosis
The first-ever roadmap to combat animal tuberculosis (bovine TB) and its transmission to humans - a condition known as zoonotic TB) - was launched today at the 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health.
Opening plenary session explores the Road to the United Nations High Level Meeting
The first plenary session of The Union World Conference looked ahead to the first ever United Nations High Level Meeting on TB, taking place in 2018, and how to ensure the current political momentum it represents is best realised.
Inaugural Session opens the 48th Union World Conference
In his keynote speech at Wednesday’s inaugural session, Dr Jeff Starke, Director of the Children’s Tuberculosis (TB) Clinic, gave an impassioned and compelling speech on ‘Childhood Tuberculosis: At the Tipping Point’.
STREAM clinical trial results provide vital insight into nine-month treatment regimen for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis
Preliminary results from Stage 1 of the STREAM randomised clinical trial show that the nine-month treatment regimen being tested achieved favourable outcomes in almost 80 percent of those treated.
Encuentro – a community gathering for a common cause
The conference community space ‘Encuentro’ has launched with a packed programme of debates, workshops and networking sessions, focused on the vital role of civil society in advancing lung health.
New study announced linking diabetes with latent TB infection
Coinciding with World Obesity Day the opening press conference of The Union World Conference highlighted a study linking diabetes with latent tuberculosis (TB) infection.
Guadalajara hosts the 6th President’s Centennial Dinner
The 6th President’s Centennial Dinner took place at Hospicio Cabañas, on Tuesday, 10 October. Around 150 Union supporters gathered to celebrate its 97 year history and to admire the beauty and grandeur of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
WHO Global TB Symposium
Yesterday saw an ambitious tone set for this year’s Union World Conference, with the official pre-conference WHO Global TB Symposium. Global experts spoke on the topic Multisectoral Action to Accelerate Progress towards Ending TB
Doors open for the Union World Conference
The 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health began this morning when the doors opened for registration at Expo Guadalajara, Mexico.
Host city of Union World Conference launches plan to tackle non-communicable diseases
Guadalajara, host city of the 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health, has announced a new scheme to tackle non-communicable diseases (NCDs] – to make its streets ‘more walkable, bikeable and liveable’.
Workshops and post-graduate courses available – register online today, onsite from tomorrow
Workshop 14: Shorter regimens today, new regimens tomorrow: the practicalities of transition, waste and procurement cycles, has been cancelled, but a wide range of workshops and post-graduate courses are available.
Sesiones plenarias reunirán expertos para discutir los últimos avances y desafíos en la salud pulmonar en la 48ª Conferencia Mundial de La Unión
Las sesiones plenarias de la conferencia de este año contarán con una serie de expertos y dignatarios que abordarán los temas clave que la comunidad mundial de salud pulmonar enfrenta actualmente.
Customise the conference with the official app, available now
The 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health has an official app, available for Windows, IOS and Android devices.
A message from The Union's Executive Director, José Luis Castro, on the recent earthquakes in Mexico
The Union’s deepest sympathies go to the people of Mexico. Our thoughts are with the families and communities who have lost loved ones and who are now engaged in the difficult work of caring for the injured and rebuilding their beloved homes.
Wirelessly Observed Therapy could revolutionise tuberculosis treatment, researchers to tell the 48th Union World Conference
A range of new technological advances in the diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis to be unveiled for the first time in Guadalajara.
Se invita a los medios de comunicación a inscribirse al seminario virtual sobre los aspectos científicos destacados de la Conferencia Mundial de la Unión
En los preparativos para la 48ª Conferencia Mundial de la Unión sobre Salud Pulmonar, se presentarán en un seminario virtual el 26 de septiembre a las 11 am UTC algunos de los temas científicos del extenso programa de la conferencia.
Mensaje de condolencias al pueblo de México
Todos nuestros sentimientos están con la población mexicana afectada por los recientes terremotos.
Message of condolence to the people of Mexico
All our sympathies go to the people of Mexico affected by the recent earthquakes.
Media invited to register for webinar to learn about scientific highlights of Union World Conference
In the lead up to the 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health, which takes place on 11-14 October in Guadalajara, Mexico, a webinar at 12pm BST on 26 September will introduce some of the scientific themes of the conference’s extensive programme.
The World Conference welcomes the vital role of nurses in TB care and treatment
Nueva cuota de inscripción reducida para los participantes de América Latina
Nos complace anunciarles una cuota de inscripción reducida para todos los interesados en asistir a la Conferencia Mundial de La Unión de este año que viven en algún país de América Latina.
New lower conference rate for participants in Latin America
Participants residing in a country in Latin America will now be able to register for 350 euros to attend the full conference, being held on 11-14 October 2017 in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Solicite su visado con la antelación suficiente
Los delegados de algunos países necesitarán un visado para poder entrar a México, por lo que se recomienda que todas las personas que tengan previsto asistir a la conferencia se pongan en contacto con la embajada o el consulado de México más cercanos.
Make your visa application in good time
Delegates from certain countries will require a visa to enter Mexico, all those intending to attend the conference are urged to contact the nearest Mexican embassy or consulate to determine where and how they should apply.
World Environment Day: Announcing Vital Strategies’ scientific sessions on air pollution at The Union World Conference on Lung Health
On World Environment Day we highlight the work of Union affiliate Vital Strategies (VS) and Dr Thomas Matte, VS Vice President for Environmental Health.
A message from Andrés Guardado, official ambassador for the 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health
A message from renowned international footballer Andrés Guardado, official ambassador for the 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health, which will be held in Guadalajara 11-14 October, 2017.
Mexican footballer Andrés Guardado announced as Conference Ambassador for the 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health, to be held in Guadalajara, Mexico
The 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health was today officially launched at the Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Jalisco in Guadalajara ahead of World TB Day on 24 March.
Conference registration now open
Registration is now open for the 48th Union World Conference on Lung Health, the world’s largest gathering of researchers, global advocates, civil society, scientists, healthcare professionals and students working on all aspects of lung health.
Inscripciones abiertas para la conferencia
Únete a La Unión: Los miembros de La Unión reciben un descuento de 50 euros en un registro completo de cuatro días, así como muchos otros beneficios. Usted tendrá la oportunidad de unirse a La Unión como parte del proceso de registro en línea.