Jan 29, 2025
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
The Matrix Hotel
10640 - 100 Avenue
Recent reports reveal that AMR is responsible for millions of deaths worldwide each year, with the toll projected to rise sharply without effective treatments. This session will bring together the latest insights, strategies, and innovations in AMR prevention and management, highlighting how public health measures can reduce antibiotic reliance, prevent infections, and address the societal and economic impacts of AMR.
Speakers:
- Dr. Sameeh M. Salama, Chair, Canadian Antimicrobial Innovation Coalition
- Dr. Kate Harback, CEO and Executive Director, Institute of Health Economics
- Dr. George Zhanel, Professor and Associate Head, Max Rady College of Medicine, Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, University of Manitoba
- Robb Stoddard (Moderator), President and CEO, BioAlberta
This event is presented in partnership with Merck, Korte Consulting, Health Cities, BioAlberta, and the Institute of Health Economics, with acknowledgment of support from the Alberta Medical Association.