Nexsen Biotech Pty Ltd. developed a rapid diagnostic test for Group B Streptococcus, a highly prevalent and potentially fatal bacteria that is the single largest maternal health problem faced by ...

Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a bacteria about 25% of pregnant women carry. It's rare for babies to get GBS disease from ...

If you’ve been pregnant before or are approaching your third trimester, you’ve likely heard the term “Group B Strep” bandied about. Medical experts don’t actually know why some women have this ...

Dear Dr. Donohue • My daughter is scheduled to deliver her first baby in about two weeks. Her doctor told her she had to have a culture done to see if she is a carrier of Group B strep. What is this, ...

A urinary tract infection caused by Streptococcus bacteria is relatively uncommon. Certain populations are more at risk than others, but seeking treatment is important for all. Infections caused by ...