Group B Strep Support
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Leading UK charity working to stop life-threatening group B Strep infection in babies 💗🔬📢
Haywards Heath, England
Joined March 2009
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Throughout 2025, we've been preparing for the results, and advocating for families, so that when the findings are finally published, parents’ voices can be heard. We're leading the call for routine GBS testing in pregnancy, so that every baby is better protected.
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The GBS3 Trial, the biggest trial of its kind, set out to compare testing versus the current risk-based approach to prevent group B Strep infection in newborn babies. The results are expected in 2026, and we are hopeful that this could result in changing of national policy...
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Remembrance Day 🌸 We honour all those who lost their lives in wars and conflicts. Lest we forget.
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We’re proudly backing #TrusteesWeek. Our trustees volunteer their time and expertise to help guide us forward as we push for action on group B Strep. Thank you for all that you do! Learn more about our Trustees here: https://t.co/LJ3vcIm2we
@TrusteesWeek
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On Wednesday, we were in Parliament, speaking directly to MPs about group B Strep and making sure parents’ voices were heard. Together with @Cepheid, we launched our joint report: ‘Time to Act’, calling on the Government to take three urgent actions: https://t.co/hwAoPIbqUj
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GBSS wishes a very happy #Diwali to everyone celebrating the Hindu Festival of Lights around the world 🪔✨
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📢 Final call for Trustee applications 📢 We’re seeking four new Trustees to join our dedicated Board and help guide the charity’s next chapter. Applications close next Tuesday 21 October 2025. For the full role description and to apply: https://t.co/93Q50WS95L
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Share and join us in the Global Wave of Light as Baby Loss Awareness Week draws to a close. Light a candle in memory of all the babies who died too soon. #BLAW2025 #WaveOfLight
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We echo Dave's comments that routine testing for group B Strep in pregnancy could help to save babies' lives, and we hope the results of the GBS3 trial will lead to a change in national policy next year.
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We'd like to thank Dave Robertson MP for speaking on behalf of his constituents, Tim and Hannah, about the tragic loss of their son, Zac, who sadly passed away as a result of group B Strep infection. https://t.co/q8bJOi7UeJ via @YouTube @DaveR_Lichfield
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🌟 We’re hiring! 🌟 👉Information & Support Services Officer 📍 Hybrid role: Office based 2 days per week (Haywards Heath) fully remote considered 💼 £28K PA (FT role, but PT will be considered) 🕐 Apply by 11/11/2025 👉 Find out more and apply here: https://t.co/93Q50WS95L
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Thank you to everyone who has already submitted their work! For those nearing the finish line, we're pleased to offer a final extension. The abstract submission deadline for #ISSAD2026 is now October 19, 2025. Here: https://t.co/fBAvA7y4OI
#FromEvidencetoAction #GBS #KEMRI
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Huge congratulations to Bea, Dawn, and Nicki for taking part in the @RoyalParksHalf yesterday and raising an incredible £1,626 (and counting!) for GBSS 🎉💕
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This Wednesday 15 October at 7PM, we will be taking part in the Global #WaveofLight as Baby Loss Awareness Week draws to a close. The Group B Strep Support community will be coming together, to light a candle in memory of all the babies who died too soon 💕
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Thank you so much to all who have donated to our #BigGive campaign. We need help to reach our £2,500 target. This is the only week of the year when your donation is doubled so if you can please give today & make the most of this special opportunity 💛 https://t.co/LMRf2kQMtY
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The Big Give is LIVE! Every donation to @GBSSupport this week is DOUBLED at no extra cost to you. Huge thanks to those who've already donated: your support means so much. 💙 £10 = £20 💙 £25 = £50 💙 £50 = £100 Let’s double the impact together 👉
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Every day, families face the heartbreak of life-threatening group B Strep infection in their babies. We work to change that …
🚨 The Big Give Campaign is live and for this week only, every donation to GBSS will be DOUBLED until we reach our goal of £2,500. That means your gift goes twice as far, at no extra cost to you. 👉 Donate today and double your difference: https://t.co/LMRf2kQMtY
#BigGive
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Today we’re proud to support #WorldMentalHealthDay. When a baby develops group B Strep infection, the emotional toll can be lasting. Anxiety, stress & worry are common. You’re not alone. We’re here if you need us. 📞 0330 120 0796 📧 info@gbss.org.uk #MentalHealthMatters
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🚨 The Big Give Campaign is live and for this week only, every donation to GBSS will be DOUBLED until we reach our goal of £2,500. That means your gift goes twice as far, at no extra cost to you. 👉 Donate today and double your difference: https://t.co/LMRf2kQMtY
#BigGive
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It's time for Europe to spread awareness this World Meningitis Day. 🌏 How you can get involved: ✅ Share your story. ✅Help light the road ahead. ✅Spread life-saving awareness with our free and ready-to-use materials. Learn more: https://t.co/crubJDAAoo
#WorldMeningitisDay
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