International Conference on Group B Strep (IGBS) 2020

3 February, 2020

Dear CHIFA members,

Group B Strep International is honored to be hosting the online, International Conference on Group B Strep (ICGBS) 2020 this July 20-22 with Dr. Carol J. Baker as our Keynote Presenter. We welcome you to share your expertise and register to participate (it’s complimentary!) at (https://www.groupbstrepinternational.org/icgbs2020.html).

Abstract submissions are due by June 1, 2020, but acceptance notifications will be sent within 7-10 days of your abstract being submitted.

Key topics of the conference will include:

• Reducing the risk of GBS colonization

• Identifying maternal GBS colonization

• Reducing the risk of GBS infection

• Identifying GBS infection

• Early intervention

• Pathology testing

• Subsequent pregnancy management

• Parent/provider communication and support​

Case studies and other relevant topics are also welcome.

Looking forward to you joining us as we work towards increasing awareness and prevention of perinatal group B strep disease worldwide!

Best!

Marti Perhach

CEO/Cofounder

Group B Strep International

www.groupbstrepinternational.org

marti.perhach@gbs-intl.org

CHIFA profile: Marti Perhach is the CEO and Founder of Group B Strep International (GBSI) in the USA. marti.perhach@gbs-intl.org