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Dangerous infections caused by
Streptococcus agalactiae (GBS)

Group B streptococcal infection can cause serious illness and sometimes death, especially in newborn infants, the elderly, and patients with compromised immune systems.

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a part of normal flora of the gut and genital tract and is found in 20–40% women.
 

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