Health and Safety

ACM COVID-19 Disclosure and Liability Waiver

All registrants are required to agree to the following waiver in order to participate in SIGGRAPH 2024:

I acknowledge that I derive personal satisfaction and a benefit by virtue of my participation and/or attendance at this Event and I willingly engage in this Event.

In connection with the exposure, infection, and/or spread of COVID-19 at the Event, I hereby forever release, waive and discharge any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature against ACM and its affiliated partners and sponsors, including in each case, without limitation, its and their directors, officers, employees, volunteers and agents (the “Released Parties”), either in law or in equity, to the fullest extent permissible by law. This waiver includes damages or losses caused by the negligence, fault or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties. This waiver includes, but is not limited to, death, bodily injury, illness, economic loss or out of pocket expenses, or loss or damage to property, which I, my heirs, assignees, next of kin and/or legally appointed representatives may hereinafter accrue on my behalf, which arise or may hereafter arise from my participation in the Event.

Tips for Denver Altitude

Denver may be the Mile High City, but many visitors do not notice the altitude difference. Still, it is important to be mindful of the altitude change when visiting. Altitude sickness symptoms consist of shortness of breath, nausea, headaches, trouble sleeping, dizziness, and exhaustion. Below are remedies and precautions to prevent or minimize altitude sickness.

• Drink more than your normal amount of water two days prior to arriving in Denver. Maintain water intake while you are in Denver. Drinking liquid with electrolytes, such as Gatorade, is another option as well.
• Eat foods high in potassium: bananas, oranges, leafy greens, etc.
• Eat complex carbs. Consider eating oatmeal instead of a croissant for breakfast.
• Increase your iron intake. Consider eating steak, tuna, salmon, eggs, spinach, broccoli, or kale.
• Adjust your physical activity. Start slow and work your way up to your comfort level.
• Purchase a portable oxygen tank from grocery stores or gas stations to help if you’re out of breath.
• Pack for the sun. Remember that the sun is more powerful in Denver. It can feel much warmer than the actual temperature. If you plan to be outside, bring sunscreen and a hat.
• Make sure you get adequate sleep every night.
• Monitor alcohol and caffeine intake during your first few days in Denver.
• Use medication if needed. Diamox can prevent and reduce symptoms of altitude sickness.

Check out Visit Denver’s website for additional tips.