10th Edition of
World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health
October 05-07, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Despite global efforts to control gonorrhoea, several challenges and emerging trends persist. One major concern is the rise of antibiotic resistance in Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Over the years, the bacterium has demonstrated resistance to multiple classes of antibiotics, making treatment more challenging. The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes the importance of surveillance to monitor resistance patterns and guide treatment recommendations. The development of new antibiotics and alternative treatment strategies is crucial in the face of diminishing treatment options. Gonorrhoea disproportionately affects certain populations, including men who have sex with men (MSM), sex workers, and individuals with limited access to healthcare. Stigma, discrimination, and inadequate awareness of STI prevention contribute to the persistence of gonorrhoea in these populations. Comprehensive strategies for gonorrhoea control include promoting safe sexual practices, increasing access to testing and treatment, and integrating STI prevention into broader sexual health initiatives. The development of a gonorrhoea vaccine is an area of active research, aiming to provide long-term protection against infection. Global collaboration and continued research efforts are essential in addressing the evolving challenges posed by gonorrhoea and ensuring effective control measures in diverse populations.
Title : Molecular crosstalk between the host and pathogen in Streptococcus pyogenes virulence
Francis J Castellino, University of Notre Dame, United States
Title : Phenotypic characterisation of non tuberculous mycobacterium species isolated from clinical specimens
Anant Marathe, Parul Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Parul University, India
Title : An unprecedented West Nile virus outbreak in Israel (2024): A textbook case for the One Health approach
Michel Bellaiche, Kimron Veterinary Institute, Israel
Title : Changing population immunity to COVID-19 in the context of infection, vaccination and emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants
Ranjan Ramasamy, IDFISH Technology, United States
Title : Candida auris infections are global health challenge
Reza Nassiri, Michigan State University, United States
Title : Host brakes on viral inflammation
Saurabh Chattopadhyay, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States