Dear Kate, good info on Beta strep.  Debi could also check the guidelines
in the new "Red Book" (not Tom's), but the report from AAP's committee of
infectious diseases.  This dr seems to  be going above and beyond the
"community standards" of care for mom and baby with possible strep.  That
in itself is an argument to  use against his proposed policy.  Sticking to
the community standard is the best way for a hospital to operate that
doesn't want to be sued.  Sincerely, Pat in SNJ

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