Group B Strep

Every pregnant woman should know about Group B Strep. If you are pregnant and have not heard of it, please ask your doctor. If you are pregnant, you could be at risk!

Group B Strep is the leading infectious killer of newborns. Group B Strep bacteria is a natural occuring bacteria that exists in the intestinal tract of approximately 30% of the population. GBS colonization is usually not a problem for healthy adults, but babies who may ingest the bacteria during labour and delivery can become very ill, resulting in potential long term permanent disabilities or death.

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Group B Strep Association Centers of Disease Control and Prevention March Of Dimes Fact Sheet Group B Strep Support (UK) Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada	Common Questions from GBS+ Moms Debunk the Myths about GBS Is My Baby at Risk for GBS Infection? So you’re Group B Strep +? GBS in the Urine Inductions and Interventions GBS Birth Stories Add your Own GBS Support Groups Add your Own GBS FAQ DataBase powered by Bravenet	Where to Start Guidelines/Recommendations Online Medical Journals/Studies Communities In the News

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