Sepsis

This interview with Orlaith Staunton, Co-Founder and Executive Director of END SEPSIS, the Legacy of Rory Staunton, discusses the importance of early diagnosis for sepsis and the work that END SEPSIS has done and continues to do involving sepsis education and awareness.

This webpage is dedicated to patient stories that guarantee the patient voice is heard in efforts to improve diagnostic quality and safety.

This interview with Karin Molander, MD, FACEP, a board member of Sepsis Alliance, discusses the barriers to accurate and timely diagnoses for sepsis patients, what Sepsis Alliance is doing to overcome these barriers, what tools or materials have been developed to increase sepsis awareness and advice for exploring similar initiatives.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers this section on their sepsis webpage for stories from sepsis survivors and their families to help spread awareness and provide knowledge on infection prevention.

Infections can lead to a deadly reaction in your body called sepsis. At least 250,000 Americans die from sepsis each year. In this video public service announcement (PSA), people are reminded to act fast if you suspect sepsis. Sepsis is a medical emergency. Time matters.

Sepsis affects almost two million adults and children every year. This presentation will give an overview of identification of sepsis in vulnerable populations, early detection and response, and leadership support for implementation and compliance of sepsis bundles.