Conference 3/7-9: 2nd International Meeting on Respiratory Pathogens

Abt Associates staff will share research at the 2nd International Meeting on Respiratory Pathogens (IMRP) hosted by the International Society for Influenza and other Resporatory Virus Diseases. This is the premier global conference on respiratory viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens, and brings together clinicians, public health professionals, experts, and policy makers to share the latest research and discuss next steps to reducing the burden of these diseases.

When: March 7-9, 2018

Where: The Grand Copthorne, Singapore

Abt staff will present the following:

ORAL PRESENTATION:

Wednesday, March 7, 1:45. – 2:30 p.m.
The Pregnancy and Influenza Multinational Epidemiologic (PRIME) Study: Design and Methods of a Multi-Country Cohort to Estimate Incidence and Impact of Influenza during Pregnancy in Low- or Middle-Income Countries (LMICs)
Presenter: Danielle Hunt

POSTER PRESENTATION:

Session 1: Wednesday, March 7, 5:45 – 7:30 p.m.
Session 2: Thursday, March 8, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 
Use of a Non-Probability Internet Sample to Estimate National Influenza Vaccination Coverage and Vaccine-Related Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors Among Pregnant Women
Presenter: Sarah Ball 
Abt co-authors: Rebecca V. Fink, Rebecca G. Devlin

For more information, visit the conference website.

Learn more about Abt's work in influenza studies and surveillance.