To draw the attention of the wider public and professionals to current issues regarding the causes of infections and ways to reduce their spread in healthcare facilities, Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) and the Riga East University Hospital invite you to the scientific, practical conference entitled ‘Nosocomial Infections: Inevitable and Preventable. Facts and Tips’. The conference will take place on 26 February 2026 in the RSU Great Hall at 16 Dzirciema iela, Riga, and registration is now open.
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On 12 February, representatives of Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) met with the Minister of Health, Hosams Abu Meri, the Director of the Emergency Medical Service (EMS), Liene Cipule, and other sector representatives to discuss the establishment of the paramedic profession in Latvia and the development of a corresponding study programme at RSU.
Speaker: Anne Hugon, a parent concerned with GSD (Glycogen Storage Disease) and professional in the field of Rare Diseases, e-PAG volunteer at Eurordis, advocating for patients’ rights and access to diagnostic and quality care for rare diseases. EU Project Manager for ERN ITHACA at AP-HP.
