SARI Sarcoidosis Symposium

Get ready to dive deep into the world of Sarcoidosis at the SARI Symposium - a day filled with knowledge and community support!

Welcome to the SARI Sarcoidosis Symposium!

Get ready to dive into the world of sarcoidosis with experts as well as patients and carers. This in-person event is your chance to learn, share, and connect in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or clinician, there's something here for you. Don't miss out on insightful talks, engaging discussions, and the chance to build a supportive community. Mark your calendar and join us!

SARCOIDOSIS

We know very litle about this disease, diagnosis is difficult, management is haphazard and there is no cure. The NH&MRC has never funded a research project on sarcoidosis and since 2007, when Sarcoidosis was the focus of an editorial in the Australian Medical Journal, virtually no research has been undertaken in Australia. There is no Registry of Sarcoidosis patients in Australia, but in NSW alone over 1100 cases patients with a primary diagnosis of sarcoidosis presented in ED over a five year period.

SARi is a new multi-disciplinary initiative at the University of NSW to advocate on behalf of all Australian sarcoidosis patients for greater recognition of this condition and greater support for research on improved methods of diagnosis, management and cure. This is important not only for those suffering from sarcoidosis but also for a better understanding of a range of related auto-immune conditions which appear to be on the increase.

SARI is seeking funds from the public and Government to begin research on new novel diagnostic methods and better treatment regimes, as well as a better understanding of immune system responses and genetic predisposition to suffering from sarcoidosis. This symposium offers an opportunity for clinicians and patients and carers to share their knowledge and experiences and to plan for future initiatives to combat this complex condition.