Strongyloides in Australia: End the Neglect

Strongyloides is a deadly worm and much-neglected tropical disease infecting Australians, especially in remote Indigenous communities. Hear from Dr Wendy Page, 2021 Northern Territory Australian of the Year, and hosts Professor Darren Gray and Professor Jenni Judd about the solutions and how we can work together to end the neglect.

Our expert panel of researchers and physicians has extensive experience in different aspects of Strongyloides control. You will have the opportunity to ask your burning questions within the chat or send them to us via: strongyaust@gmail.com

Time	Activity	Speaker
Opening Session and Advocacy Event Chair: Professor Darren Gray
9:00 – 9:15 am	Opening by President Strongy Aust and Welcome to country	Professor Jenni Judd
9:15 – 10:00 am	Plenary: Strongyloidiasis in Australia	Dr Wendy Page
10:00 – 11:00 am	Panel Q&A: The Path forward Facilitator - Professor Jenni Judd	Darren, Siddhartha, Richard, Catherine, and Kirstin
Wrap-up