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New Welcome Videos released

We are excited to announce the release of new videos on the APLAR Congress website. These videos provide updates on the upcoming congress and initiatives from the APLAR cohort. The videos feature messages from various members of the APLAR community, including Prof Katy Leung, Congress Co-Chair of APLAR, and many others. Each video offers unique insights and updates about the congress, making them a must-watch for anyone interested in the event. The 26th Asia-Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology Congress

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Congress Travel Grant

The Asia-Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology (APLAR) invites APLAR Young Rheumatologists (AYR) to submit their application for the APLAR Conference Travel Grant. APLAR will grant 50-100 need-based travel stipends to AYR members with an accepted abstract for a poster, oral, or rapid-fire presentation for 2024. The funding of the APLAR Conference Travel Grant is support by both APLAR and SSR. APLAR gratefully acknowledges the generous matched contribution from SSR, the local host society for APLAR 2024, to support this

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Abstract Submissions Extended

We are thrilled to announce that the APLAR 2024 abstract submission deadline has been extended until 13 May! By submitting an abstract, you not only have the chance to present your research to a global audience of peers at the region’s leading Rheumatology event, but accepted submissions may also get their work published in the prestigious International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases (IJRD). This extension is an excellent opportunity for allied healthcare professionals, researchers, and practitioners committed to the advancement of

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Abstract submissions for APLAR 2024 now open

And will close in April 2024. We invite you to submit an abstract to The 26th Asia-Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology Congress, set to take place in Singapore. Now is your opportunity to submit your work, be recognised within the rheumatology community and be part of the official program! Presentation types can include oral or poster presentations. Should you have any questions and enquiries about abstracts, speakers, or program information please reach out to the Program Manager.

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Partnership Prospectus Released

The Partnership and Exhibition Prospectus is available on the Partnership page with a list of options, including partnership packages, exhibition opportunities, catering & social events, sponsorship, promotional & advertising opportunities. Stakeholders are invited to support the event and contribute to the success of this event.

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Visa & Travel Requirements for Internationals

Get the latest information on entering Singapore including applying for a visa, submitting a SGAC, processing times, and visa costs. It is strongly recommended you still check with your local embassy on your requirements. The Congress Organisers are not visa specialists and only provide general information and are not specific to individual countries or individual travel needs. If you are extending your stay or travelling for other purposes, the below information may not be relevant or correct. We can assist

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Dr Danda, President of APLAR, Excitement is building ahead of APLAR 2023

Description . Transcript This is Dr. Debashish Danda, President of APLAR. The APLAR Congress at Chiang Mai is just a few weeks away and the excitement is building. We are looking forward to catching up with you in the beautiful city of Chiang Mai. This is the time for the annual meeting. We have this time record number of accepted abstracts which is over 1,000. And we have already more than 1,500 registrations till date. It is my honour and

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Prof Worawit, APLAR 2023 Chiang Mai Congress Chair Thai Rheumatism Association

Description . Transcript Dear friends, as the APLAR 2023 Congress is approaching I would like to provide you the latest information about the Congress. This is the first face-to-face meeting after COVID-19 situation. This meeting, we will have 50 scientific sessions, including four plenary sessions and 16 SIG groups. We also have five workshops. We have 130 speakers all around the world. In addition, this meeting have over 1,000 abstracts submit to the Congress. This is the highest number ever

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