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GBS disease

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Group B streptococcal (GBS) disease
A common bacterial infection that is potentially life-threatening if transmitted to a fetus during early pregnancy or birth.


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The incidence of invasive GBS disease in nonpregnant adults is growing, in particular in elderly persons and in those with chronic underlying conditions (e.
There are two types of GBS disease in newborn babies: early and late-onset.
Meningitis Research Foundation is funding a national study providing evidence for prevention strategies for GBS disease, the biggest cause of meningitis and septicaemia in newborn babies.
 
 
 
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