Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B-Streptococcus, or GBS) is a type of bacteria that can cause invasive infections in people of all ages. A research team led by Vanderbilt University scientists has found that although GBS bacteria can be transmitted to infants through breastfeeding, some mothers produce complex sugars, also called oligosaccharides, in their milk that could help prevent infection. The team also reports that these sugars can act as anti-biofilm...
