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Clinical Congress 2024 Is Family Friendly

September 11, 2024

If you are bringing family members with you to Clinical Congress, the ACS has family-friendly programs to help enhance your experience.

Childcare Services

Camp ACS will be available for children ages 6 months to 17 years. ACCENT on Children’s Arrangements will oversee the program at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis (adjacent to the Moscone Center). Daily activities include arts and crafts, entertainment, and interactive games. Camp ACS will be available Saturday, October 19–Tuesday, October 22, 7:30 am–10:00 pm.

Little Medical School

As an add-on to Camp ACS, Little Medical School will offer educational enrichment prepared by board-certified physicians and educators. Children ages 3 years and older will have the opportunity to explore the world of medicine, science, and health in an engaging and fun way. Little Medical School will be held at the Marriott Marquis on Sunday, October 20, 9:00 am–12:00 pm.

Register for Camp ACS and Little Medical School.

Nursing Mothers

Mamava Suites will be available for nursing mothers during Clinical Congress. The lactation pods provide a secure, private room with electricity; refrigeration for breast milk will not be available.  

In Moscone South, Mamava Suites (one standard, one ADA) will be located on the Lower Mezzanine Level, near Room 50. In Moscone West, a suite will be located on Level 2, near Room 2024.

Session Access for Infants

Children younger than 18 months will be allowed in session rooms when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Guardians are asked to maintain a professional and disturbance-free environment at all times, including immediately stepping out of the room if the infant becomes fussy. Children between the ages of 18 months and 16 years are not permitted in scientific sessions.

Exhibit Hall

At no time are children of any age permitted in the Exhibit Hall.

Taste of the City

All family members are invited to participate in Taste of the City, a complimentary capstone event of Clinical Congress, where attendees can experience the cuisine, culture, and notable eras of San Francisco, while networking with colleagues. This event will be on Tuesday, October 22, 5:30–7:30 pm, at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis. Casual dress is encouraged.

When you’re not at Clinical Congress, check out the many family-friendly activities San Francisco has to offer.

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