Group B Strep Awareness Week, held from July 8–14, is a vital opportunity to bring families, friends, and communities together to raise awareness and take action to help prevent group B strep (GBS) disease in babies. The funds you raise help us give GBS information to more families!

By participating in Step for GBS Awareness, you can help spread awareness—every step you take is a step toward protecting babies worldwide. Whether you walk, run, or simply show your support, your involvement makes a meaningful difference.

Help make a difference for families worldwide and register now to Step for GBS Awareness!

Who: You, your family, friends, and colleagues

What: Use your phone, smart watch, or pedometer to track your steps! Getting out and about helps create visibility – once you register, you will receive a link to download a step bib to customize and wear.

When: July 8-14, anytime during Group B Strep Awareness Week

Where: Stroll through your neighborhood, run through the park, climb the stairs at work, or step anywhere in your community. Help spread awareness through visibility – post your pics and tag us @groupbstrep

Registration: $20 per person

Steps aren't your thing? Simply sign up to show your support! All funds raised go to provide GBS information to more families so they know how to help protect their babies from group B strep disease. Each year, GBS harms an estimated 956,000 babies worldwide through infection or by causing preterm birth.

Be recognized as a Step Star by reaching certain goals and sharing your progress with us @groupbstrep

27,700 steps – a step for every 10 babies infected during pregnancy and the first week of life

43,800 steps – a step for every 10 babies infected during pregnancy through early infancy

95,600 steps – a step for every 10 babies infected or born preterm due to GBS

Start your own team page to further inspire your family and friends to create GBS awareness and help save babies worldwide from the devastating effects of group B strep disease!

Step for GBS Awareness

Every step you take is a step toward protecting babies worldwide!

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