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1. Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a type of bacteria that can cause illness in newborns and adults. In newborns, it commonly causes sepsis, pneumonia, and meningitis. 2. GBS is diagnosed through cultures of sterile body fluids like blood or spinal fluid. Treatment involves antibiotics like penicillin given intravenously. 3. Prevention of early-onset GBS involves testing all pregnant women between 35-37 weeks and giving antibiotics during labor to those who test positive. This has significantly reduced ea

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