Group B Strep Dangers for Newborns

March 28, 2006 | Pregnancy and Newborns

Group B Streptococcus is a serious illness that often goes undetected in the 25% of women who carry it. But, that same infection can cause major complications or even death in newborns. Dr. Craig Rubens talks about this illness.

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