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Day: 27 March 2023

Find out what’s new in the aesthetics world at the Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress

by: Stephanie Horsman
27/03/2023
Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress

The Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress is returning to Monaco this week as a hybrid event for professionals in the fields of aesthetic medicine, surgery and dermatology.  

A nip here, a jab there… The world of aesthetic medicine is enormous and growing by leaps and bounds every year. The global market for surgeries and procedures hit US$16.5 billion (€15.5 billion) in 2022 and is expected to skyrocket to $61 billion (€57.6 billion) by 2032.  

This surge in interest has made events like the Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress (AMWC), now in its 21st year, a “can’t miss” event for aesthetic medicine professionals from around the world.  

Taking place between 30th March and 1st April at the Grimaldi Forum, this hybrid conference will draw upward of 12,000 participants, who can choose whether to attend in-person or online.  

LATEST METHODS 

Featuring 250 companies and the same again in speakers, the AMWC will present the newest procedures, technologies and methods, as well as masterclasses in specific procedures that have been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.  

This year’s big focus is on breakthroughs in enhancement techniques for the lips, necks, decolletage and perioral areas, amongst others.  

“AMWC 2023 features a multidisciplinary aesthetic and anti-aging medicine programme designed to promote high-level continued education, inspire new ideas and celebrate the sharing of expertise,” the organisers explain.  

BEST OF THE BEST 

The conference also awards those who are stand-outs in their specific fields, as well as to give credit to products and devices that are reshaping the industry.  

A gala dinner, held on 1st April at the Salle des Etoiles, will wrap up the congress, giving participants a chance to network and enjoy Monaco’s nightlife.  

The Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress Monaco is one of only four such events held in Europe and is reputed to be in the top-tier of all such conferences held globally.  

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Flights, trains and schools to bear the brunt of the next round of strikes

by: Stephanie Horsman
27/03/2023
train strikes

Tuesday 28th March will mark the 10th day of widespread strikes. From cancelled flights and trains to school closures, here’s what to expect.

SNCF 

Due to a national interprofessional social movement, trains will be disrupted on the SNCF network from Monday 27th March. “Severe” disruptions should be expected on Tuesday 28th March. Check the website here before travelling. 

AIR TRAVEL

Air traffic will be disrupted from Monday 27th to Friday 31st March. France’s aviation authorities have asked companies to reduce their flight programmes at Paris-Orly, Marseille and Lyon airports. While Nice Côte d’Azur is not part of this list, checking the status of your flight before travelling to the airport is highly advised.  

OTHER TRANSPORT  

The CGT has called on dock and port workers to join in with the strikes, possibly affecting ferry journeys.  

Blockades and the famous Opération Escargot could create delays on motorways as union members from this sector participate in the strikes.  

SCHOOLS AND PUBLIC SERVICES 

Some education unions are planning to be part of the demonstrations. For children in nursery and primary schools, school services will alert parents in advance if a teacher will not be attending class on Tuesday 28th March, but this is not the case for middle and senior schools. The teachers for older children do not need to warn establishments in advance, meaning parents should be prepared for such eventualities.  

Municipal services such as the school canteen, after-school care and nurseries could also be disrupted. 

Additionally, civil servants may join the picket line, disrupting public services, and rubbish collectors belonging to protesting unions will almost certainly be on strike.  

 

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Photo source: SNCF