In conjunction with the Australasian Society of Infectious Diseases Annual Scientific Meeting, this workshop was held on Friday 20 March 2015, Rendezvous Hotel, Auckland 4.15–6.15pm. It addressed a variety of issues, including epidemiology, primary prevention, vaccines and screening for rheumatic heart disease. The meeting showcased a team of experts in the field including:
◦ Professor Jonathan Carapetis
◦ Professor Diana Lennon
◦ Professor John Fraser
◦ Associate Professor Andrew Steer
