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

While teaching in Kenya, Dr. Anne Maina discovered a critical lack of GBS screening data & inspired her students to fill that gap, leading to a landmark publication on neonatal sepsis. Find her at #ISSAD2026 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya From Evidence to Action.

There's ONLY 40 registrations left for #ISSAD2026! From Evidence to Action. 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #GBSAwareness #FromEvidencetoAction #MaternalHealth #ISSAD2026 #GBS

Clare Cutland is the force behind the Afro-ADVAC course and Wits-ALIVE’s vaccinology programs. She’s a world-class researcher with 150+ publications on maternal & infant health. Find her at #ISSAD2026 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #GBS #GBSPrevention #GlobalHealth

From the Rio de Janeiro labs, PhD. Tatiana Pinto's research investigates everything; genomic epidemiology, virulence & drug resistance. Find her at #ISSAD2026 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya From Evidence to Action. #GBS #GBSPrevention #GlobalHealth

Honored to announce Dr. Stephanie Schrag for #ISSAD2026! ✔️ 25 years leading @CDCgov GBS & Neonatal Sepsis programs ✔️ Co-led CDC’s COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness team ✔️ Author of 180+ publications ✔️ WHO scientific contributor Find her at #ISSAD2026 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 #GBS #CDC #ISSAD

With less than 50 seats left for the main event, now is the time to get your questions answered. We’re going LIVE with Dr. Hellen Barsosio on X and LinkedIn to help you prepare for #ISSAD2026! Clear your calendar for JAN 27, 7PM EAT. Got a question? Leave it in the comments.

As a Calestous Juma Science Leadership Fellow, Dr. Hellen Barsosio is at the forefront of global health innovation. Find her at #ISSAD2026 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #ISSAD2026 #ScienceLeadership #KEMRI #MaternalHealth #GlobalHealth #VaccineSafety #MIRNA

Ever wonder how we track the impact of Group B Strep across the population? Meet Namrata Prasad, an epidemiologist at the CDC. Find her at #ISSAD2026 📅24 - 26 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya From Evidence to Action. Register: issad.org/registration #CDC #GBS

We are officially down to our final 50 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

From leading KEMRI’s multi-continent MIRNA study to consulting for Kenya’s Ministry of Health, Julie Nyanchama is a powerhouse in maternal and newborn health. From Evidence to Action. Register: issad.org/registration 📅24 - 26 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #ISSAD26 #GBS

Did You Know? Roughly 46,000 newborn babies die from Group B Streptococcus (GBS) infection globally annually. This is a preventable tragedy. Join #ISSAD2026 to turn the tide. From Evidence to Action. Register: issad.org/registration #FromEvidencetoAction #MaternalHealth #ISSAD2026 #GBS

Join us for #ISSAD2026 where we're bringing together the brightest minds to turn research into life-saving action. 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya Register now at issad.org/registration #ISSAD2026 #GBSAwareness #HealthyPregnancy #MaternalHealth #GroupBStrep

Save the Date for ISSAD2026! 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya Three days of cutting-edge science, policy breakthroughs, and powerful networking to help shape the future of GBS prevention! Register: issad.org/registration #GBSAwareness #FromEvidencetoAction #MaternalHealth #ISSAD2026 #GBS

Oliver Plumb FRSA, Advocacy & Information Manager at Group B Strep Support (GBSS), is a moderator for #ISSAD2026! He ensures GBS remains a priority on the national health agenda. 📅23 - 25 February, 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya #ISSAD2026 #GBS #FromEvidencetoAction#PublicHealth #MaternalHealth

Happy New Year! We gear up for the 4th International Symposium on ‘Streptococcus agalactiae’ Disease (ISSAD) conference next month & renew our commitment to better patient outcomes. Resolution: Finalize travel plans! 24-26 February, 2026 #ISSAD2026 #FromEvidencetoAction #GBS

REGISTRATION IS ONGOING! Join researchers, clinicians, and policy experts at #ISSAD2026 to connect face-to-face with the global leaders whose papers you cite. Register here: www.issad.org/registration #ISSAD2026 #FromEvidencetoAction #GBS #research #MaternalHealth #Global #health

Dr Dorota Jamrozy (Wellcome Sanger Institute) is joining #ISSAD2026! As scientific lead for the Juno Study, she'll present critical data on the genetics & evolution of Group B Streptococcus (GBS) From Evidence to Action Register: issad.org/registration #ISSAD2026 #GBS @sangerinstitute.bsky.social

Prof. Klugman leads programs focused on pneumonia, meningitis, and antimicrobial resistance, all critically connected to the GBS fight. He will be at #ISSAD2026 From Evidence to Action. Register: issad.org/registration #GBSAwareness #FromEvidencetoAction #MaternalHealth #ISSAD2026

Take advantage of our Early Bird registration period and secure your place: www.issad.org/registration #ISSAD2026 #FromEvidencetoAction #GBS #research #MaternalHealth #Global #health

We are honoured to welcome Ms Jane Plumb, founder of @groupbstrepsupport, as a speaker and moderator at #ISSAD2026. Her organisation has become the global standard for clear, evidence-based GBS information. Register: issad.org/registration #ISSAD2026 #FromEvidencetoAction