10th Edition of
World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health
October 05-07, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a family of DNA viruses that infect the skin and mucous membranes. With over 200 identified types, HPVs are categorized as low-risk and high-risk based on their association with cancer. Low-risk HPV types, such as HPV 6 and 11, commonly cause Genital Warts and benign lesions. High-risk types, particularly HPV 16 and 18, are strongly linked to the development of various cancers, including cervical, anal, penile, vaginal, and oropharyngeal cancers. Cervical cancer is a major consequence of persistent infection with high-risk HPV types. HPV is primarily transmitted through sexual contact, and certain behaviors, such as multiple sexual partners and early age at first sexual activity, increase the risk of acquiring and maintaining HPV infections. Preventive measures include vaccination and cervical cancer screening. HPV vaccines, such as Gardasil and Cervarix, target high-risk HPV types and have demonstrated efficacy in preventing infections and associated cancers. Cervical cancer screening methods, including Pap smears and HPV testing, aim to detect precancerous lesions for early intervention. Global efforts to increase HPV vaccination coverage and improve screening programs are critical for reducing the burden of HPV-related cancers. Education about the importance of vaccination, safe sexual practices, and regular screening contributes to the comprehensive approach needed to control HPV infections and associated diseases.
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