FeFCon 2024: 7th Annual Conference of Fever Foundation on Fever Management & Rational Antibiotic Use

The 7th Annual Conference of the Fever Foundation, FeFCon 2024, concluded with great success in Bangalore recently bringing together approx 75,000 physicians from across India in a hybrid format.

Inaugurated by Padma Shri Dr. C.N. Manjunath, Hon'ble Member of Parliament, India, and Former Director of the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, the event witnessed the presence of esteemed dignitaries, including Prof. Dr. G. Narsimlu, President of the Association of Physicians of India (API); Dr. A. Muruganathan from the Physician Research Foundation (API); Dr. T.S. Ravindra, Head of Department at Mallige Hospital, Bangalore; Dr. M Sudarshan, Ex-Director - KIMS, Dr. Jagdish Chinnappa, Cluster Head - Paediatrics, Manipal Hospital Group and senior leaders from Micro Labs limited.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. CN Manjunath emphasized the importance of this conference, stating that it addresses the pressing need for newer treatment modalities and comprehensive patient care. He noted, “Fever, while seemingly straightforward to diagnose, can be incredibly complex, requiring careful interpretation of results. Physicians must ensure their treatment decisions, guided by clinical evaluation, are not more harmful than the disease itself." Talking about the use of antibiotics, Dr. Manjunath said, “A proper antibiotic policy is essential in hospitals, and knee-jerk responses to treating fever must be avoided to ensure safe and effective care.