Location Shanghai, China   Venue Kerry Hotel Pudong No.1388 Hua Mu Road Pudong, Shanghai, 201204 China 中国上海浦东花木路1388号 近芳甸路 上海浦东嘉里大酒店 TEL：（86 21 61698888） Click here for a printable map to the Kerry Hotel Pudong Dates June 2-5, 2011 Language English is the official language of the Congress. Climate Temperatures in June are between 20°C and 25°C ( 68°F and 82°F). Clothing Informal for all occasions. Time Zone GMT: +8 Voltage 220 V Mobile GSM system Public Health Visitors entering China are required to complete a health declaration form. Check with your local doctor or health care professional about vaccination requirements before you plan your trip. The organizer recommends you drink only boiled or bottled water during your stay in Shanghai. Invitation An official invitation letter can be issued via this website. However, this invitation implies no obligation, financial or otherwise, by the Congress. With this invitation letter, you can go to the nearest Chinese Embassy or Consulate to apply for an entry visa(s). If any problem arises, please contact the Secretariat of the Congress for assistance (use our 'contact' page). Visas Prior to booking flights, registrants are strongly advised to confirm with their travel agent whether they require a Visa to travel to China. Information about Visa requirements can be found on the World Travel Guide website: http://www.worldtravelguide.net/country/58/passport_visa/Far-East-Asia/China.html ComtecMed will not be responsible for any cancellations or delays caused by authorities due to a lack of Visa or other required documentation. Liability and Insurance The Congress Organizer cannot accept liability for personal accidents, nor loss of, or damage to private property of participants, either during or directly arising from The 1st Asia Pacific Congress on Controversies to Consensus in Diabetes, Obesity and Hypertension (CODHy). Participants should make their own arrangements with respect to health and travel insurance. Congress Organizers Please do not hesitate to contact the Organizers for any additional information or assistance. codhyAP@codhy.com