Strep steps up in urinary tract infections

Sunday, April 25, 2010 - 23:32 in Health & Medicine

Research suggests pathogenic strains of Group B Streptococcus are an under-recognized cause of urinary tract infections. The bacteria are better known as a cause of infection in pregnant women with subsequent risks of preterm delivery and transmission to newborn infants often with devastating consequences.

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