July is Group B Strep Awareness Month, an annual campaign to highlight the importance of group B Strep awareness, education and research.
During Group B Strep Awareness Month we aim to get as many people as possible involved in raising awareness and funds for Group B Strep education and prevention.
Tragically, many families first hear about group B Strep after their baby is seriously ill with GBS meningitis, sepsis or pneumonia.
You can make sure more families hear about group B Strep so they can take action to protect their newborn baby.
Join us this July to raise awareness, raise money and save lives.
What is Group B Strep?
How can I get involved?
Raise awareness
We want to reach out to as many new and expectant parents as possible and get them talking to their health professionals about group B Strep.
Please like and share our videos and posts on our social media channels throughout July, use the hashtag #GBSAM2022.
Please share your experiences of group B Strep on your social media channels, using the hashtag #GBSAM2022 (and do tag us too!).
Download and print our July Awareness Month posters below or order our awareness pack here.
Share your story
I tested positive for GBS at 32 weeks pregnant. I had no knowledge at all about GBS until I found this page. I spoke with someone who gave me all of the information I could possibly have needed. I didn’t know I was in labour initially, but after my contractions got very close together I made my way to the hospital where I was told I’d already got to 5cm dilated. I was terrified I wouldn’t have time for antibiotics but managed to get one dose in. My little boy arrived quickly after I arrived and passed all newborn health checks with no further input needed. I cannot thank your team enough for the reassurance and knowledge that was passed on to me during my pregnancy. You made my birthing experience much more relaxed as I was informed and able to make decisions based on the potential risks that GBS has.
— Laura Jane
Laura Jane is just one of the many families we support every day and you can read more stories here.
If you or someone you love has been affected by group B Strep and want to share your story, we’d love to hear from you. Telling your stories of how group B Strep has affected you is hugely powerful and highlights why awareness is so important. We hope you will share your stories and experiences with us this July. If you would like to share your story or share your appreciation for the support received from GBSS, you can do so by writing a message on our GBSAM2022 dedication page 👇
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Fundraise for us
Put the ‘fun’ into fundraising while raising funds for vital support and information. Raise money and save lives your way.
From bake sales, quiz nights to sporting events we have lots of fun ideas waiting just for you, click here for lots of different ways you can get involved. Raise money with your own unique fundraiser. We’ll be there to help, every step of the way.
Got a question?
If you have any questions please contact the team on 0330 120 0795 or e-mail admin@gbss.org.uk