SARS-CoV-2, influenza, and other seasonal viruses: Northern and Southern Hemisphere perspectives

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the circulation of respiratory viruses changed dramatically, with only very low influenza activity observed in 2020-2021 compared to previous seasons. However, testing for these respiratory viruses remains important for managing hospitalized patients while the ongoing surveillance of these viruses is key for global public health.

This webinar will discuss the significance of other respiratory viruses in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic in the Northern and Southern hemispheres. Two leading experts in the field, Dr. Georgia Gioula and Dra. Mariela Muñoz Ortega, will provide their opinions on testing approaches, surveillance programs, and what we might expect in the future.

• Explore the circulation of influenza and other seasonal respiratory viruses since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic
• Understand the role of respiratory virus testing in patient management and the value of a syndromic multiplex testing approach
• Discuss what we can expect for the upcoming seasons in a post-vaccination era

Certificate of attendance

All webinar participants can request a certificate of attendance, including a learning outcomes summary for continuing education purposes.

CEU credits

Attendees of this webinar are entitled to P.A.C.E. credits from the ASCLS and/or ACCENT credits from the AACC.