SK Bioscience announced on January 9 that it held a symposium where internal medicine practitioners from across the country gathered to share the latest trends in infectious disease prevention and discuss the direction of clinical practice development.
The "2026 Sky Vision Symposium," held January 4-5 at Oakwood Premier Hotel in Songdo, Incheon, was designed to share the latest insights in infectious disease prevention and nutritional therapy, and to explore efficient application methods in actual clinical settings. Lee Jeong-yong, president of the Korean Association of Internal Medicine, and Kwak Kyung-geun, president of the Seoul Association of Internal Medicine, served as moderators.
The event featured data-driven lectures based on rich clinical experience from infectious disease specialists and practitioners. The first day's vaccine session highlighted the utility of cell-based influenza vaccines. Professor Lee Jae-gap of Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital explained, "The cell-based method is less affected by virus mutations and has higher antigen matching compared to egg-based vaccines," introducing the background of recommendations in recent global guidelines such as those from the UK and prevention efficacy through real-world evidence (RWE).
Professor Noh Ji-yun of Korea University Guro Hospital then delivered a presentation on herpes zoster vaccination strategies, sharing the latest research findings on the long-term preventive effect of live herpes zoster vaccines, risk reduction effects in patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, and correlations with dementia and cardiovascular diseases.
The second day focused intensively on discussions about patient-tailored nutritional therapy. Dr. Kang Han-wook of Jeong Internal Medicine Clinic and Dr. Hang Deok-won of Chamdeundeun Internal Medicine Clinic presented on the clinical utility of 3-chamber nutritional solutions and immune enhancement strategies using omega-3 fatty acids, explaining the importance of precise nutritional therapy based on patient conditions.
Lee Jeong-yong, president of the Korean Association of Internal Medicine, said, "In an aging society, the role of vaccinations and nutritional therapy has become more important," adding, "This symposium was an opportunity for practitioners to obtain practical information they can apply in clinical settings."
Dr. Lee Tae-in of Seoul Park & Kim Internal Medicine Clinic, who participated in the event, also said, "It was beneficial to confirm the effectiveness of cell-based flu vaccines through clinical data and to organize the latest vaccination strategies for herpes zoster vaccines."
Yoo Su-an, head of domestic marketing at SK Bioscience, emphasized, "We will continue to develop academic activities that enhance patient-centered healthcare value through close communication with the field."