AMMAN — The eighth Jordanian International Conference on
Allergy and Immunology, organized by the Association of Allergy and Immunology
Physicians (AIP) in collaboration with international organizations, was
inaugurated by Health Ministry Secretary-General Raed Al-Shboul on behalf of
Health Minister Firas Al-Hawari.
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The two-day conference was held at the Movenpick Hotel in
cooperation with the European Society of Allergy and Immunology, American
Academy of Allergy and Immunology, and the World Allergy Organization.
At the conference, Shboul emphasized the Ministry of
Health's significant attention to the diagnosis, treatment, and implementation
of medical programs for allergic and immunological diseases in Jordan.
Conditions such as asthma, sinusitis, hay fever, food
allergies, seasonal allergies, and pollen allergies were among the focus areas.
Early detection and prevention measures
The ministry has taken steps to implement mechanisms for
early detection and diagnosis of these diseases, including clinical
examinations and laboratory tests in the main and educational hospitals, he
said.
Preventive programs and guidelines have been developed to
mitigate the onset of allergic symptoms, with specialized clinics offering
medical assistance. Severe allergies receive scheduled vaccinations to enhance
immunity, especially for vulnerable children.
Moreover, awareness and counseling programs will target
citizens and patients.
Complications
Shboul highlighted the association between allergic immune
diseases and chronic ailments such as asthma, arthritis, diabetes, and
cardiovascular disease. The interaction between immunogens and allergens is
believed to lead to chronic infections within the body.
Hani Ababneh, head of AIP, expressed the association's
objective to stay updated on scientific and medical advancements in immunity
and allergy through the conference.
Additionally, he said, AIP aims to establish an electronic
national database for allergenic substances and foods in Jordan. This database
will monitor preservatives and sensitizing colors, with warning labels placed
on relevant food and drink products.
With over 30 percent of the population affected by
allergies, AIP looks forward to establishing a national center for allergy and
immunology in Jordan, harmonizing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures,
training medical staff, and fostering experience exchange with other countries,
he added.
Latest research on allergy, immunity, and COVID-19
Mutasim Al-Sweiti, head of the conference's scientific
committee, revealed that the event would feature nine scientific sessions and
58 research papers from Jordanian, Arab, and foreign researchers.
Topics to be
discussed include the application of stem cells in allergy treatment and the
intersection between allergy, immunity, and COVID-19. Moreover, a medical
exhibition will be held concurrently, with the participation of local and
foreign pharmaceutical companies.
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