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Fiocruz Brasilia
Promoting health and social development, generating and disseminating scientific and technological knowledge, and promoting active citizenship – these are the concepts that guide the work of the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz). The Foundation, which falls under the Ministry of Health of Brazil, is the most prominent institution in health science and technology in Latin America.
The Foundation has sites in 10 Brazilian states and also has an office in Maputo, the capital of Mozambique. In addition to the institutes based in Rio de Janeiro, Fiocruz has 16 scientific and technical units, focused on teaching, research, innovation, technical assistance, technological development and extension in the health field.
Fiocruz Brasília, based in the Federal Capital, represents the Foundation in relation to Brazil’s Executive and Legislative branches. In addition, it is involved in teaching, research, communication and in promoting public health more broadly. Fiocruz Brasilia aims to contribute to the consolidation of the Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS) – the Brazilian health system – through the formation of strategic boards, through the development and diffusion of innovative technologies, and through supporting national and international’cooperation that responds to the needs of the health system at federal and regional levels.
For more information on Fiocruz: https://portal.fiocruz.br/en/foundation
For more information on Fiocruz Brasilia: https://www.fiocruzbrasilia.fiocruz.br/
To get to Fiocruz Brasilia:
Getting to Brasília
International Airport Juscelino Kubitschek
Brasilia Airport (International Airport Juscelino Kubitschek) is the third largest in Brazil and the largest domestic hub in the country. This airport will be the main access point for Symposium participants. Participants travelling to Brazil from other countries may initially fly into Sao Paulo or Rio de Janeiro, and then fly on to Brasilia from there.
For more information on Brasilia Airport: https://www.bsb.aero/en/
For transportation from the airport to hotels and Fiocruz Brasilia, QESymposium participants can use the taxi or Uber services available at the airport. These services can be considered fast, safe and comfortable in Brasilia.
Vaccination
In Brazil there is no requirement of vaccination proof for entry into the country. However, the Brazilian Ministry of Health recommends that international tourists update their vaccination status prior to arrival in Brazil, according to the guidelines of the vaccination schedule of the country of origin or residence, in particular vaccines against yellow fever, polio, measles and rubella, diphtheria and tetanus.
Yellow fever
The yellow fever vaccine is intended for residents and / or travelers to areas with Vaccination Recommendations (ACRV), at least 10 days prior to travel date, time required for the vaccine to provide protection against infection. with recommendation for yellow fever vaccination in Brazil
Measles
As this is a potentially serious and highly transmissible disease, it is important for tourists to update their measles vaccination status before moving to Brazil.
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio
It is recommended that foreign tourists come to Brazil with a complete vaccination schedule for diphtheria, tetanus and polio, according to the indications recommended in the country of origin.
Source: Brazilian Ministry of Health
All participants are reminded that it is your responsibility to organise travel insurance for your visit to Brazil.
VISA applications
Complete information on how to apply for a VISA to visit Brazil can be found on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil: http://www.portalconsular.itamaraty.gov.br/vistos-para-viajar-ao-brasil
If you need a VISA to enter Brazil, the Symposium organizers will provide a letter of invitation once you have registered for the Symposium. You will need to provide your passport number and country of issue.
Accommodation
We have arranged special rates for Symposium participants at the HBPlus and Mercure hotels in Brasilia.
To book on the HPLUS hotels:
Access the HPLUS website and enter the PROMOCODE ‘QESYMPOSIUM1’ or ‘QESYMPOSIUM2’ in the reservation form. Available for bookings made until September 24, 2019.
To book on the Mercure hotels:
Reservations must be made by email. The email subject must mention ‘QESymposium’ to access the special rates. Available for bookings made until September 27, 2019.
E-mails for Mercure hotels reservations:
Mercure Brasilia Líder – h3627-re@accor.com.br
Grand Mercure Brasília Eixo Monumental – h3632-re@accor.com.br
About Brasília
Brasilia is amazing. And it was intended that way. Since its inauguration on April 21, 1960, the city has been amazing the world with its unique beauty.
Conceived by Juscelino Kubitschek, Brasilia is a masterpiece of modern architecture. Its conception results from the work and genius of the urbanista Lucio Costa and the architect Oscar Niemeyer.
In addition to that, the city is full of artworks by artists such as Athos Bulcão, Burle Marx, Alfredo Ceschiatti, Marianne Peretti and Bruno Giorgi, which turn it into a unique place.
Brasilia is so surprising that it was the first modern and youngest city to be declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987, when only 27 years old.
The city is also full of natural riches, with many waterfalls, caves and lagoons, the perfect environments for ecological walks and outdoor sports.
During your visit take the chance to get to know, discover and be enchanted with Brasilia. You will realize that the Capital of Brazil will amaze you as well (Brasilia Government, 2017)
Tourist information on Brasilia:
English
http://www.turismo.df.gov.br/wp-conteudo/uploads/2017/12/Guia-Roteiros-Brasilia-Ingles_.pdf
Spanish
http://www.turismo.df.gov.br/wp-conteudo/uploads/2017/12/Guia-Roteiros-Brasilia-Espanhol-1.pdf
Portuguese
http://www.turismo.df.gov.br/wp-conteudo/uploads/2017/12/Guia-Roteiros-Brasilia-Portugues_.pdf
The Symposium Dinner, to be held on 10 October, will be a special moment of socializing and networking, and also an opportunity to enjoy the best of Brazilian cuisine.
The restaurant chosen for the activity is Coco Bambu, located at Brasília Shopping. The dinner will start at 20:00 and will end at 23:00.
All participants who have included dinner at the time of their symposium registration will have access to the symposium dinner.
Alcoholic beverages and items off the selected menu will not be covered by dinner.
