Bump up protection: Vaccination in pregnancy
Tracks
Track 2
| Saturday, August 2, 2025 |
| 2:50 PM - 3:30 PM |
| C2.2 + C2.3 |
| Sponsored By: |
Details
Vaccination during pregnancy is vital in protecting both mother and baby from serious infectious diseases. However, misconceptions, hesitancy, and access barriers can impact vaccine uptake. This session will explore the latest evidence and recommendations for maternal immunisation, including pertussis, influenza, and RSV vaccines. Learn how pharmacists can play a key role in educating expectant parents, addressing concerns, and ensuring timely vaccination to safeguard the health of both mother and baby.
Learning objectives
- Identify recommended vaccines during pregnancy and their role in protecting maternal and infant health.
- Discuss common concerns and misconceptions about vaccination in pregnancy and how to address them.
- Recognise best-practice strategies for ensuring timely and accessible maternal immunisation.
Competency standards (2016): 1.6, 2.1, 3.1, 3.6
Speakers
Dr Angela Brown
Program Director
UniSA and Rosemary Bryant AO Research Centre
Bump up protection: Vaccination in pregnancy
Biography
Angela Brown is a senior midwifery academic and health leader with over two decades of experience across clinical practice, education, and policy. With a strong focus on maternal and child health, she is committed to advancing equitable, evidence-based care. Angela brings expertise in public health implementation and currently contributes to national advisory work on reproductive health and immunisation strategies. Her presentation focuses on the role of RSV vaccination in improving outcomes for women and newborns.
