Group B Strep (GBS)
Group B Streptococcus (group B strep, GBS) are bacteria that come and go naturally in the body. Most of the time the bacteria are not harmful, but they can cause serious illness in people of all ages. In fact, group B strep disease is a common cause of severe infection in newborns. While GBS disease can be deadly, there are steps pregnant women can take to help protect their babies.
Information about how GBS disease affects newborns and non-pregnant adults…
Clinical overview of GBS disease, including information specifically for obstetrics and neonatal providers…
Resources, information about implementing the 2010 guidelines, and standard operating procedures…
View the 2010 Guidelines, available as a printer-friendly, 36-page PDF or web page.
Web features, podcasts, print materials, and other multimedia resources for pregnant women and clinicians…
Selected scientific articles related to GBS…
View the 2010 Guidelines, available as printer-friendly 36-page PDF or web pages.
Protect your baby from group B strep!
If you’re 35-37 weeks pregnant, talk with your doctor or midwife about getting a GBS test.
Prevent GBS is a free app available for iOS and Android devices. The app allows healthcare providers to easily access patient- and scenario-specific GBS guidance from anywhere and at any time.