Many women are having different test results for Group B streptococcus between their routine third trimester screening and a rapid test performed at the time of labor. In a study presented February 11 ...

Group B streptococcus, or group B strep, is a common type of bacteria that lives in some adults and children. It is not usually dangerous, but infection with this bacteria may be more serious in ...

Group B streptococcal disease is one of the most common infections in the first week after birth. In 2002, national guidelines recommended universal late antenatal screening of pregnant women for ...