Now that our #ISSAD2026 delegates are back home and settled into their routines, we want to say a huge THANK YOU for making the 4th International Symposium on Streptoccocus agalactiae disease so impactful. #GBS #ISSAD2026
Plenary 5 at #ISSAD2026 has taken us From Evidence to Action. We’re moving beyond the lab to talk about how we actually reach the mothers and babies who need these vaccines most. Because a vaccine only works if it's accessible, sustainable, and safe for everyone. #ISSAD #GlobalHealth
The science of GBS vaccines is advancing rapidly, but how do we implement them? In Plenary 4, we look at the evidence and economics behind the rollout. #ISSAD2026 #GBS #GlobalHealth
Plenary 3 at #ISSAD2026 has the architects of the next generation of maternal immunisation. From the lab bench to phase trials, this is where the future of neonatal protection is being written. #ISSAD2026 #VaccineDevelopment #GBS #GlobalHealth
Plenary 1 at #ISSAD2026 is diving deep into the Disease Burden & Surveillance of Group B Strep. We’re moving beyond the basics to look at infant impact, adult disease, and the genetic "fingerprints" of GBS across the globe. From Evidence to Action. #ISSAD2026 #GBS #FromEvidenceToAction
#ISSAD2026 is officially underway. The fight against Group B Strep is in full swing, chaired by Dr Hellen Barsosio and supported by @kemri_ke and Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine. Our official media partner is @willowhealthmedia #FromEvidencetoAction #GBS #ISSAD
How can we improve GBS diagnosis at the point of care? Nexsen Bio’s Prof. Vipul Bansal will be at #ISSAD2026 Session: Plenary C: Advancements in Diagnostics Speaker: Prof. Vipul Bansal Time: Tue, 24th Feb, 4:00 PM EAT Venue: Hyatt Regency Westlands Nairobi (Muthithu) #ISSAD #GBS #MaternalHealth
Based right here in Kenya at the KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Programme in Kilifi, Prof. Anthony Scott is a world-renowned medical epidemiologist. See you at #ISSAD2026! 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #ISSAD #GBS #WHOSAGE #GlobalHealth #MaternalHealth
As a member of WHO SAGE, Prof. Fiona Russell doesn't just study vaccines, she helps decide how they are used to save lives globally. Find her at #ISSAD2026 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #ISSAD #GBS #WHOSAGE #GlobalHealth #MaternalHealth
Dr. Karen Puopolo’s career is in translating basic science into clinical practice. Most notably, Dr. Puopolo has been instrumental in leading the revised U.S. national guidance for managing infants at risk for GBS disease. Find her at #ISSAD2026 #ISSAD #GBS #MaternalHealth
Prof. Jane Daniels is the mind behind GBS3; one of the largest GBS clinical trials. Her work is answering the question: Should we test every mother for GBS, or stick to risk-factor strategies? Don't miss her session at #ISSAD2026 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya
Dr. Gaurav Kwatra will be at #ISSAD2026. He has led multi-country studies across Africa and South Asia, making his insights into the immunology of mothers and newborns vital for our mission. Find him at #ISSAD2026 #ISSAD #WHO #GBS #VaccineDevelopment #GlobalHealth
Kenya Medical Association (KMA) are in #ISSAD2026 with a mission to champion the welfare of doctors and the health of the public. We look forward to a symposium enriched by the expertise of Kenya’s medical professionals. #ISSAD2026 #KMA #PublicHealth #GBS
Prof. Violet Naanyu is a speaker at #ISSAD2026! She is a champion of community-engaged research and human-centered design, ensuring that global health solutions are built alongside the people they serve. #ISSAD #MaternalHealth #PublicHealth
Registration for #ISSAD2026 is officially CLOSED! We are overwhelmed by the incredible response from the scientific and medical community. Thank you to everyone who joins us in the fight against Group B Strep. See you in the green city under the sun! #ISSAD #GlobalHealth #Nairobi
Dr. Ignacio Esteban is a pediatrician and epidemiologist whose career has been defined by a commitment to maternal and neonatal health. Welcome to the #ISSAD2026 lineup, Ignacio! 👏 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #ISSAD #MaternalHealth #GBS #NewbornSafety
From groundbreaking clinical trials to national surveillance, KEMRI has been In Search of Better Health for over 40 years. Now, they are helping host #ISSAD2026. Join us in Nairobi to bridge the gap between world-class research & life-saving policy. #GBS #MaternalHealth
Dr. Martha Mandale serves as Principal Regulatory Officer within Kenya's Pharmacy and Poisons Board, her focus residing at the intersection of pharmacovigilance and maternal-neonatal health. 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #PublicHealth #MaternalHealth #VaccineSafety #GBS
Delighted to have the Kenya Paediatric Research Consortium (@keprecon) at #ISSAD2026! We look forward to their valuable contributions to our sessions on surveillance and vaccine implementation! #GBSPrevention #KEPRECON #MaternalHealth #GlobalHealth
Welcoming Prof. Michelle Groome to #ISSAD2026! With 20 years of expertise in infectious diseases & vaccinology, Prof. Groome has been a driving force in vaccine trials and disease surveillance. 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #GBS #MaternalHealth #MIRNA #GlobalHealth
We are proud to have Prof. Kwaku Poku Asante at #ISSAD2026! His insights on conducting high-impact clinical research in the African context will be invaluable. 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #GBS #ISSAD #Epidemiology #GlobalHealth
How do we translate national surveillance into life-saving vaccines? Ask Prof. Shamez Ladhani at #ISSAD2026. Don't miss his session in Nairobi! 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #GBS #InfectiousDisease #Vaccines #PublicHealth
Dr. Roberto Adamo is a veteran of the vaccine industry with nearly two decades of experience leading projects at GSK & @novartis.bsky.social At #ISSAD2026, he will share his expertise on glycoconjugate vaccines & the platforms enabling the next generation of life-saving interventions.
Prof Alfred Osoti stands at the forefront with the leaders shaping women’s health in Kenya and beyond. We are honored to have him share his insights at #ISSAD2026 this February! 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya From Evidence to Action. Register: issad.org/registration #GBS #GlobalHealth
With just 25 spots left in the room, the window to join the most critical GBS vaccine dialogue of the decade is closing. Register to secure your seat: issad.org/registration From Evidence to Action. 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #GBSAwareness #MaternalHealth #ISSAD2026 #GBS
Dr. Nisar’s work is at the cutting edge of implementation research. Join #ISSAD2026 to hear him discuss the critical bridge between GBS research and real-world health policy. 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi From Evidence to Action. #GBS #MaternalHealth #AgaKhanUniversity
As an Obstetrician/Gynecologist and clinical researcher at @makerere University School of Medicine, Dr. Nakabembe is a leading authority on vaccine safety and immunogenicity during pregnancy. Find her at #ISSAD2026 📅23 - 25 February, 📍Nairobi, Kenya From Evidence to Action. #GBS #MaternalHealth
We're down to 30 registrations for #ISSAD2026! Register to secure your seat: issad.org/registration From Evidence to Action. 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #GBSAwareness #FromEvidencetoAction #MaternalHealth #ISSAD2026 #GBS
We welcome Dr. Simon Procter, Assistant Professor at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), to ISSAD 2026. 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #LSHTM #GBS #GlobalHealth
Save the Date for #ISSAD2026! 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya Three days of cutting-edge science, policy breakthroughs, and powerful networking. From Evidence to Action. Register: issad.org/registration #GBSAwareness #MaternalHealth #ISSAD #GBS
