Rethinking bugs. Part 2

Bacteria seem to be getting mentioned everywhere at the moment, and could even be said to be 'trending'. In this second instalment of a two-part article, I argue that we need to re-think the care and treatment we offer to women for a number of reasons. Using the example of group B strep disease, I argue that avenues other than the current treatment pathway are worthy of exploration, and with antibiotic resistance an increasing problem, this may be the best way forward. I conclude that, because the need for reconsideration of some elements of maternity care is so great, the current focus on bacteria and the potential that this has to throw new light onto old areas may be very helpful.