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COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by SARS-CoV-2. COVID-19 was quickly declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) on March 11, 2020.At the start of the pandemic, healthcare professionals were faced with the marketing of numerous kits designed to measure binding antibodies. The role of neutralizing antibodies as the best correlate of protection against SARS-CoV-2 infection was quickly highlighted. A neutralization assay with the use of pseudovirus was therefore developed by our team and compared with several binding assays.There have been considerable efforts to produce and clinically validate new vaccines against COVID-19. The CRO-VAX HCP study was designed to assess the humoral response in a population of healthcare professionals who had received two doses of COVID-19 BNT162b2 vaccine.Given the decline in vaccine efficacy over time and the emergence of variants likely to evade immunity, a third dose was quickly recommended by the authorities to boost immunity. This was administered to 155 volunteers in the CRO-VAX HCP study.Still facing a decline in vaccine efficacy over time and the emergence of new variants, a second adapted booster was proposed. In September 2022, 54 participants in the CRO-VAX HCP study received this second booster. The humoral response was assessed and neutralizing antibodies against several variants were measured. In addition, we also measured the cellular response using an interferon-gamma release assay. Compared with the humoral response, which declines considerably over time, the cellular response remained fairly stable. This could therefore explain why individuals with low antibody titers can still be protected against a severe form of the disease .

Three themes will be addressed by various experts:The objectification of rurality and shortagewith the participation of AVIQ and IWEPSLevers for changewith examples from doctors in the field, the participation of Communes and the SSMGMedical on-call care in rural areasthe example of Luxembourg, Sivry-Rance and Namur

Doctors will be able to track their participation in continuing education via their INAMI number. More info and registration Members and students of the University of Namur are invited to register for the conference on 31/01/2025 here...

Why "One Health"? Human, animal and environmental health are closely interrelated. The aim of this new teaching unit is to train future healthcare professionals in a global and interdisciplinary approach to health, taking these complex interactions into account. The program Speeches by Ms Annick Castiaux, Rector of UNamur and Mr Grégoire Wiëers, Director of the Department of MedicineOpening speech by Mr Yves Coppieters, Minister of HealthPresentation of the teaching unit and its objectivesExchange with future students and healthcare professionalsCocktailRegistration free but compulsory. I want to register

In 2026, what do we really know about the subtle, late-onset, or masked forms of autism?How can we better recognize them without overinterpreting them?And above all: what concrete steps can we take in our daily practice?This lecture offers a clear, rigorous, and nuanced overview.Drawing on clinical cases, concrete examples, and recent data, Dr. Grosjean will address:• the so-called “invisible” or compensated forms of autism•diagnostic challenges in adults and atypicaltrajectories• frequent misdiagnoses with other disorders•implications for families and professionals👉 A lecture to encourage new ways of thinking, refine one’s perspective, and avoid oversimplifications.🎟 Free admission (maximum 130 people)✉ Contact: martin.desseilles@unamur.be📜 Accreditation required for physiciansThis event is organized in collaboration with UNamur, the University Hospital of Liège, and the University of Liège.

Target audienceGeneral practitioners (in practice or in training)PharmacistsMedical and pharmacy studentsObjectivesShare and discuss scientific articles relevant to frontline practice in a friendly and caring atmosphereStrengthen skills in critical reading and evidence-based medicineCreate a lasting link between the field and the academic worldFederate an active and committed medico-pharmaceutical community.pharmaceutical communityWhy participate?Because science moves fast, and we all benefit from taking the time to read, understand, and question the literature together. Because quality care starts with shared reflection. And because it's the ideal opportunity to strengthen bridges between disciplines.Location and frequency of meetingsUNamur - Quai22 - 2 times a yearFirst meeting: 5/06/2025 (free with registration)INAMI accreditation required. I want to register

The profound transformation of the healthcare context that we have been witnessing for many years requires the training of healthcare professionals to be adapted. Since September 2021, Hénallux has been offering a Master's degree in Nursing, in codiplomation with HEPN, HELHA, UCLouvain and UNamur. This is a joint Hautes Écoles-Universities Master's degree of 120 credits, programmed to combine study and work.Accreditation in ethics and economics required.Participation: 85 eurosPreferential rate for students from a consortium (including UNamur): 25 eurosMore info and registration: https://www.henallux.be/journee-scientifique-du-master-en-sciences-infirmieres

An innovative initiative at the heart of primary care in French-speaking Belgium In a bid to bring the academic world closer to the realities of the field, we are pleased to invite you to join our second Medical Journal Club meeting in primary care. Location and frequency of meetingsQuai 22 - UNamur 2x/year What is it? A space for general practitioners, pharmacists and students to meet and discuss scientific literature related to primary care.Objectives of the Journal Club Share and discuss scientific articles relevant to primary care practice in a friendly, caring atmosphere. Strengthen skills in critical reading and evidence-based medicine Create a lasting link between the field and academia Federate an active and committed medical-pharmaceutical communityTarget audienceGeneral practitioners (in practice or in training) Pharmacists Medical students, biomedical sciences and pharmacy Why participate? Because science moves fast, and we all benefit from taking the time to read, understand, and question the literature together. Because quality care starts with shared reflection. And because it's the ideal opportunity to strengthen bridges between disciplines. Interested? Have a question? Want to submit an article? Contact us at:capmg@unamur.beRegistration (free)INAMI accreditation required I want to register