Mums call for Strep B screening to save babies

A group of concerned mothers are calling for mandatory screening for Group B Streptococcus (Strep B) in pregnant women to help prevent the infection from being passed on to their newborn babies. Strep B is a common bacterium that can cause serious illness in babies, including sepsis and meningitis.

Currently, screening for Strep B is not routinely offered to pregnant women in many countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. This has led to a number of cases where babies have become seriously ill or died as a result of the infection.

The mothers behind the campaign are urging healthcare providers to offer screening to all pregnant women to help identify those who are carrying the bacteria and take steps to prevent it from being passed on to their babies.

By raising awareness of the dangers of Strep B and advocating for routine screening, these mums hope to save the lives of newborn babies and prevent unnecessary suffering for families.